Best LONG movie of all time

Rating: 10/10 (14 September 2001)

Really, it's not about whether you believe in Stone's theory or not, you have to admit that this is one amazing work. Clocking in at almost 3 hours running time, no problemo, it virtually whizzes by in a kaleidoscope of images, color, B&W, old news reels and fast editing. An all-star cast with some memorable performances, notably by Gary Oldman as 'patsy' Oswald, Jay O. Sanders and Michael Rooker as Garrison's aids and the always impeccable Joe Pesci. A special mention must go to Kevin Costner who delivers his best achievement to date.
Stone's best work, although he didn't get an Oscar for this one, maybe because he had already won twice in previous years, for 'Wall Street' and 'Platoon'. The way in which he recreates that fateful day in Dallas, TX, deserve the highest marks.
It's amazing the way this movie got attacked in the U.S media upon its release, proving that - well, I don't want to get into conspiracies here, who knows who's keeping a tab on the internet...
And the message still stands firm: be wary of your institutions!!!