Close to perfection

Rating: 9/10 (21 February 2005)

Everything has been said already in the user comments. Amazing performances by Owen, Law, Portman and Roberts. Golden globes and Oscar nominations for the right reasons. Superb dialog and acting. Raw and explicit. When you move closer to your partner he/she becomes your mirror of your inner self: you can't hide, you can't escape. *** spoiler*** Daniel makes his crucial mistake twice, so does Anna/Jane *** Portman is astonishing in her role, both sweet and manipulative. Owens best role yet. He plays a nasty character, but still every man will recognize his behaviors and that creates a bond with the viewer.
This is how movies should be made about life: true and honest. Close to perfection.
9/10