Garden State

Rating: 10/10 (17 January 2005)

One of the best independent films i have seen yet. The message of the movie is basically "Home is those who love you". Zach B. directed the movie and it turned out a lot better than i expected. He also wrote the story/ script and it was magnificent. It's not "Disneyfied" or sugar coated. It is what would happen if it were a real life situation and that brought a humbleness to the film that i haven't seen in a film for a while. There was no special effects or crazy plot, it was simply great on pure talent. I also like the music picked for the movie. The Shins...excellent. Natalie Portman did a wonderful job and truly brought out the character in this role. I love the story line, the acting, and the hidden messages throughout the movie. Best movie i have seen in 2004, and probably 2005.