captivating movie, that is still attractive and involving after seeing it 5 times

Rating: 10/10 (24 February 2008)

No I didn't see this movie in the cinema, and a shame it was. Normally I don't write reviews on IMDb, but this movie deserves it.
I have the DVD in my possession for a about a year now, and still grab often grab to see it again. Personally it is the mix of the outstanding performance by Nicolas Cage and his supporting cast, script, soundtrack and production of the movie.
Nicolas Cage fits the role very well and portraits a character that has very much depth and that is one of the best roles of his career(still wondering why he didn't receive a Oscar for this). The movie at the end leaves you in an uneasy mindset (the last sentence of Nicolas Cage, says it all I think).
Also recognition should be given to Eamonn Walker who gives a flamboyant performance as Andre Baptiste Sr. (I know where Andrew Whitaker (last king of Scotland) got his inspiration from).
combine that further with beautiful shots from Africa, and you have a movie that is watchable over and over again and is entertaining and educational at the same time.
This is definitely a must see!