In a word, amazing.

Rating: 9/10 (12 June 2001)

Some people will say that this movie is haphazard, that it rushes through things, or that it's just plain stupid. I say that some of those people should not have come in the first place - if you can't stand the heat get out of the kitchen. :-) The others ... well, I think you've got to remember what it is to love.
This movie shows us all what real love is like. It's true, the story could be fleshed out a bit more, but then the movie would have been over three hours and that'd be a bit long. It's the perfect length. The two leads are wonderful. Nicole Kidman shows a range that's surprising, and Ewan McGregor, both looks and sounds like the angel he's supposed to be.
Most of all, the music. That's what everyone's talking about. I for one think it worked. Like "Tango de Roxanne" - its gravelly undertone and sexy, rough beat, plus McGregor's high, clear background vocals. It's enough to send chills down your spine. Or the "Elephant Love Medley." Christian, McGregor's character, is exactly the type to quote high-flown 70s pop to his lady love. And it works.
Christian, in conclusion, is the man every woman wants on some level. Satine is the woman who every woman would like to be. (In terms of principles, everyone - not lifestyle.) Outstanding. Just outstanding.