Masterpiece

Rating: 10/10 (25 May 2001)

Calling a film "the best film I have ever seen" is not a compliment that comes easily. But for Moulin Rouge, I can personally make an exception. I can understand why some may not like this film, but for anyone who is well educated in the art of filmmaking, surely Moulin Rouge rates highly in terms of ingenuity.
Every scene knocked me off my feet. I saw this film with a group of fellow film students, and every single one of us thought it was fantastic, astounding, hilarious, moving. The "El Tango De Roxanne" sequence was simply amazing, really powerful stuff! And who knew of the enchanting vocal talents McGregor and Kidman possess?
10 out of 10. I cannot believe it didn't get a look in at Cannes. Just shows how stuffy and conservative the industry is getting. Hurrah for this wonderful work of art; I can't wait to see it again... at least twice more!