Tediously failed attempt to be clever.

Rating: 2/10 (20 April 2002)

I am sorry I was mislead by reviewers to see this bit of tedious nonsense. It clearly is trying far too hard to be clever - and failing. The situations do not convince, the acting is poor and the hollywood references both obvious and naive. The plot is straightforward, once you see the game being played and actions are signalled well in advance.
I really think that this is a modern version of the 'Emperor's New Clothes'. Pretending to like it, or see some profundity in it may seem necessary if you are surrounded by other poseurs doing the same - resist the temptation.
If you want a good bit of surreal action go to see Amilie - it succeeds in every point where this film fails.