Sheer Brilliance

Rating: 10/10 (30 November 2007)

This movie is fantastic. I saw it last year for the first time, and it changed the way i look at film. Every time I see it, it gets better and better.
Richard Kelly chose probably the best collection of actors and actresses that he could have. Each one completely takes their role in, so that you feel like you are not watching a movie, but watching real life happen through a window. The best, in my opinion, were Jake Gyllenhaal, and Jena Malone, who played Gretchen. Their chemistry was brilliant. the sibling rivalry between Donnie and Elizabeth Darko was incredible, Jake and Maggie Gyllenhaal were phenomenal. The actors seem like they were created for that part.
The story line presented is at first a little confusing. Universes and rabbits can make things confusing in a story like this, but it is not meant for mere entertainment, but to think on. I would write more, but I do not want to give anything away.
Richard Kelly did such an amazing job directing. His vision is clearly presented and there's not too much too say and still serve it justice.
This movie is a must see, if you do not like it, that is fine, but still a must see.