I loved this movie!

Rating: 10/10 (8 May 2000)

After reading some of the other reviews found here, it appears that you either get this movie, or you don't. Well, I did in a big way, and I feel sorry for those who didn't.
The details have been explained in detail in other reviews, so I won't bother with that. Suffice it to say that I was completely absorbed in this movie, primarily due to Russell Crowe's performance. Crowe is rapidly becoming my favorite actor, and he plays this role perfectly. Others have commented negatively about the historical accuracy, and long running time, but I never noticed, and really did not want this movie to end.
Do yourself a big favor and GO SEE THIS MOVIE!! Unless you're dead set on being critical, or determined not to get it, then stay away so I can have a better seat to see it again.