Praise

Rating: Null/10 (26 April 2003)

Apart from the media coverage regarding it's Oscar nominations and successes, I had never seen Moulin Rouge until I bought the DVD. The surrealism of the opening titles and sequence was, for me, totally entrancing. I, at first, doubted the movie during the wild set piece which introduced all the main characters and, ultimately, the character of Satine. After that, I was entranced and fully enjoyed the rollercoaster ride of emotions. Call me old fashioned, but I watch movies as an entertainment and do not look for any hidden messages, mistakes or wish to comment on the director's 'vision'. As entertainment, Moulin Rouge is a visual and very emotional treat.