This film is a must see

Rating: 10/10 (9 January 2006)

I finally had a chance to go view this film over the weekend and I must say it is, quite simply, a masterpiece. There isn't one thing wrong with the story, direction or acting IMO.
I must confess to being leery of this film. Not because of the subject matter but because I've not been overly impressed with the talents of the cast, particularly Heath Ledger.
But reading all the reviews convinced me that this was one film that I definitely needed to give a viewing and I'm so glad I did. If Heath doesn't walk away with the Oscar for this role it will be a travesty IMO. Jake Gyllenhaal too gives an Oscar worthy performance. It saddens me that both men would probably cancel each other out if put in for lead actor so here's hoping that Jake will get at the very least a nod for supporting with Heath getting the lead actor statuette.
The story is so well done and Ang Lee does a masterful job of transferring it to the screen.
I can not recommend this film highly enough. If you have the opportunity see it, it's well worth your time and money.