8 Oscars

Rating: 8/10 (2 June 2001)

Best Picture "Moulin Rouge" Best Director Bax Luhrmann, "Moulin Rouge" Best Actor Ewan McGregor, "Moulin Rouge" Best Actress Nicole Kidman, "Moulin Rouge" Best Supporting Actor Jim Broadbent, "Moulin Rouge"
Plus the requisite visual effect, cinematography, and costume oscars.
After seeing the mediocre "Gladiator" sweep through the Oscars (how it even got *nominated* was beyond me), my sincerest hope is that this film cleans up next year. *For once* we see visual effects used in a way that implies artistry, rather than crass "Ma, look what I can do" boredom.
Don't try to watch it like a traditional film. Like a warm ocean wave or a strong gin and tonic, let it wash over you.