Best movie at the festival!

Rating: 10/10 (22 March 2005)

Jesus, this movie was SO amazing - even from the first row craning my neck! I went to the world premiere, and the cast and crew was there. This was definitely the best movie at the festival (SXSW) - and extremely moving (even if you don't love football as much as I do). Besides having great fight scenes, this movie has an intriguing plot, and a devastating ending. Elijah Wood proves his versatility, although he seems too delicate to be a "hooligan". The filming is exquisite, and very Guy Ritchie-esquire. I can't say enough good things about this film. Extravagant. Charlie Hunnam is definitely the best part of this film - he plays the thug well, but not in a stupid stereotypically way - there's a human side to him as well. Watch the rest of the West Ham firm closely - there are TONS of hilarious lines and expressions in this film that are good BECAUSE they're so subtle. Bovver is also an amazing character, Jesus - just go see it for yourself; then see it at least once again. I would go see this movie 100 more times if I could.
*UPDATE*
Looks like I'm well on my way to that 100 more times - my sister flew in from Austin and we saw the movie 10 times in two days here in L.A. I have to say - the 13th time was definitely the best!