The Best

Rating: Null/10 (6 April 2001)

My favorite film ever. An Oscar "Best Picture" that deserves it. All the great Sagittarian themes are here: higher education, athletic competition, international relations, religion and the aspiration to achieve excellence. Nigel Havers is especially terrific as the eager runner who balances champagne on his practice hurdles and makes it possible for Eric Liddell to follow his conscience. The women's roles are not strong, yet the movie is worth seeing for its exquisite cinematography, costuming and deep study of human motivation and friendships. Don't miss it.