Stunning, exciting, romantic, what can one say?

Rating: 10/10 (6 June 2001)

I floated home on a romantic cloud, singing Elton John's "This is my song" and have been humming it to myself ever since (wish I knew the words). I was stunned to discover that Nicole and Ewan were the actual singers of the songs. Just amazing. Ewan McGregor, pleasant those I've found him in the past, wasn't until now one of my favourite actors. After this film, I fell completely in love with his depiction of a man in love. He was so convincing and sincere - and gorgeous! Nicole of course is always gorgeous; just didn't realise she could sing too. A whole new career for both of them!
Baz Luhrmann has done it again. "Strictly Ballroom" is one of the most romantic movies I've ever seen and he's hit the target once more with Moulin Rouge. I've recommended it everyone I know and even the male members of my family enjoyed the movie. In fact, I can't wait to see it again and I don't often pay twice to revisit a film at the cinema (too expensive). But this time, I'm dying to see the whole thing again (and probably again, and again - especially when it comes out on video!). Congratulations, Baz, Nicole, Ewan and the whole cast!