Take whatever message you like from this movie!!

Rating: 9/10 (11 August 2015)

This is a great movie on so many levels. For those people who don't want to think too deeply, it's a most enjoyable movie at face value. The special effects are truly amazing - and it takes a lot to impress me in that area. CGI is so overused these days that it rarely makes any impression on me.
Ang Lee as the director is truly a master of his craft. His name is up there with all the greats. I now look forward to any movie that he is directing, because you know you will get something very special over and above the script, acting and the visuals.
There are plenty of analogies and religious themes, but its not done in a preachy way. Ang Lee lets you decide what you want to take from this engaging story. It's one of those rare movies that you should revisit every few years and see what you get from it.
This movie will remain as a classic through the years. If you haven't seen it yet, you really should!