Oscar Worthy

Rating: 10/10 (17 March 2006)

While this film may not have been my choice for best picture, it was likely the best of the nominees of a mediocre year for cinema. This was certainly a step up from the academy's 2004 choice which in my opinion robbed superior films like "Hotel Rwanda", "Finding Neverland" and "Eternal Sunshine." Anyway, back to 2005: What makes Crash distinct is it's way of probing the viewers own subconscious. It questions the viewers own racial beliefs without ever condemning them for it. The events are somewhat unlikely and the plot relies heavily on coincidence, but the story transcends logic. This film features one of the best ensemble casts I've ever seen. Sandra Bullock stood out most to me as a white woman who reaches the paramount of her racism and ultimately winds up miserable and alone. This film is complex, deep and thought provoking - certainly Oscar worthy.