An earnest and truly touching look at relationship

Rating: 10/10 (5 April 2004)

I have been a fan of Man on the Moon, and Adaptation but by no means was I going into this movie with a bias. By the end of the movie it was obvious that I didn't need any type of preference towards Kaufman. The underlying predominant theme of the movie is one of relationship, its beginnings and endings and essentially what things comprise a relationship. The real winning characteristic of this film is contained within the handling of memories and what it would be like to take a closer look. The cast was amazing, and the acting never even came into consideration while watching it. The plot was unique and creative with many subtle and entertaining twists. The filming technique doesn't use a steady cam as is traditional however this is no jumpy "Blair Witch" or "Waking life," the camera stays still enough but detached and non static leaving room for things to happen (its really not that bad). The character dynamics are believable and the chemistry between Winslet and Carrey is made believable by the two actor's obvious understanding of their respective characters. The whole movie was just done so well and if you can bear with it for the fifteen minutes it will be worth every minute and dollar spent. I very rarely get to watch a complete package but I must say I was glad to see another. 10 out of 10