The First "10" in MANY years !

Rating: 10/10 (3 June 2005)

I must tell anyone who reads this review, that this movie is the first movie I have given a score of "10" since Schindler's List back in 1993. This movie had everything, from the amazing portrayals given by Russell Crowe, and Renee Zellweger, to the tremendous supporting role played by Paul Giamatti (Sideways). This picture had everything right on the money according to a very good friend of mine who grew up in the era this film depicted. The authenticity was simply as accurate as I could have ever imagined. This movie should win several Academy Awards, actor, actress, supporting actor, and director. Ron Howard hit the bullseye with this effort. Bravo, a job well done. With all of the garbage Hollywood has been producing, it was great to exit the theater feeling like it was actually worth the admission price for a change.