One of the best films I've seen in years.

Rating: 10/10 (14 July 2005)

I must say, when I rented this movie I did not expect too much. I love Clint Eastwood, Morgan Freeman and Hillary Swank but I tend to be "gun shy" of movies that win big at the Oscars. It starts out as a typical "formula" movie but then throws a curve that even I never expected. I was very moved and broken-hearted by the turn of events and haven't felt so overwhelming sad over a movie in decades. Morgan Freeman's voice-over narration is a bit hard to hear at times and Clint's gruff voice is hard to understand at times. It's a slow-paced movie but always manages to keep your interest. The sheer brutality of the fights that Hillary's character wins is awesome. Who would of thought she'd pack such a powerful punch! Without giving away the tragic twist, I'd just like to say that I consider this movie a "must-see". Make sure you have a box of Kleenex close at hand.