Too short

Rating: 6/10 (17 January 2003)

One really gets a sense of the epic historical masterpiece that Scorsese was trying to produce, but unfortunately he does not pull it off. This is probably because the film had to be cut down in length and thus much explanation is gone. Many scenes don't totally follow, and the ending is abrupt and disappointing. The music, acting, set, direction, and research are all impeccable - but it somehow doesn't come together to make a good film.