Intimate and thrilling

Rating: 8/10 (24 June 2006)

You feel so close to the characters in this film. It's amazing how Allen does it. He displays their emotions in a short, focused way. The director makes even small events, taking sometimes just seconds of reel, extremely revealing. I felt revealed too. That's because, although the personalities are special, they are not extraordinary. A lot of questions are asked during the film, and you'll want to watch till the end - to find out whether there will be answers.
The film is an emotional drama about a man torn over two women and two lives. It's has a great director and solid acting.
The story is thorough but never boring. The plot feels predictable by design, but a concept in the film - that fortune can affect anything kept me thrilled all the way. Do you believe in fortune?