How do you define a classic?

Rating: 10/10 (10 July 2009)

The first time I saw this film i was stunned by its complex plot structure and outstanding casting choices but I did not completely give its true admiration. The second time i saw it i declared it in my top 10 all time for movies. But the third time i saw it left me stunned at its originality and its poignant display of how well the combination of every element of film can create a masterpiece. This film is my favorite film of all time and that is no understatement. I have seen this film probably 6 times since i first viewed it on my tiny computer screen. Each time it leaves me speechless. Each element of the film is perfectly choreographed to elaborate the plot, and the editing and sound are perfectly done. The way Richard Kelly uses slow motion and fast motion is astounding and needs to be recognized. Also the soundtrack for this film is perfect and every song fits perfectly for each scene. The movie starts off with Donnie, an average young boy, waking up on top of a mountain road. The audience does not know how he got there but that is explained later in the film. The opening sequence in my opinion is the greatest ever in film and the use of slow motion and the song playing in the background is perfect. Jake gyllenhaal in his breakthrough performance gives the audience one of the most prefect displays of character acting that it leaves the question who but Jake could play the part as Donnie as well as he did? Even though the plot is confusing at times every answer is in the film. Because this film uses conventional themes through such a complex plot this film blows away every film I have seen. I know that this film is considered a cult movie but i do not think that should prohibit it from being declared as one of the greatest movies of all time. Also all the people who dislike the film because they do not understand the plot that is only because you are not observing the film you are just looking through it. Overall this film stands the test of time and i know that i will be watching this film all my life.
Direction 10/10 Acting 10/10 Cinematography 10/10 Music 10/10 Writing 10/10 Overall 10/10