Best Film of 2004

Rating: 10/10 (15 May 2005)

2004 was a very good year for films and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind stands out as the best.
I am not a big Charlie Kaufman fan, but his screenplay is the star of this film. I read the original draft on his website and the changes that were made really made a big difference in the final product.
Unlike his other films that seemed to be all concept and have very little humanity, Eternal Sunshine is about the people. Ultimately love conquers all, just like in the movies.
I saw this film 4 times in the theater and I bought the DVD. As always, the small screen does not do the film justice. The 2-disc collectors edition has a few more deleted scenes, but it does not add that much to the film.
This is a very special film. With most of today's films being remakes and recycled ideas, this film is the most original in years. This is one of my all time favorites!