actually bloody brilliant

Rating: 9/10 (8 December 2004)

I saw the play many years back and was blown away then. and I am blown away now. The writing is so good. and the actors all deliver stellar, stellar performances.
I love that this is a sophisticated story about very simple issues. Dysfunction is very normal in our lives. So many people are f**cked up when it comes to romantic relationships. and movies and pop music often tell entirely fabricated truths about romance and love.
This movie (and the play ultimately) tells true stories about people who are dysfunctional, who need therapy, who are human.
Jude Law's character is addicted to falling in love, addicted to the unattainable woman. He wants to win. He wants to feel manly enough to get the girl and once he's got her he begins to freak out. Sound familiar? These people exist and it's great to see dysfunction on the screen! Heavenly! Cuz we're all dealing with our own crap, our own sometimes somewhat unhealthy tendencies.
This is why I love this movie.