A sparse, intricately crafted, deeply affecting, all-together breathtaking film

Rating: 10/10 (28 September 2003)

Wow- what a movie! Clint Eastwood has gifted us with the magnum opus of his film career- everything seems to just click with this movie- the acting is vibrant with intensity and truthfulness, the cinematography is beautiful to behold, and the thematic development, ties between present and past, and personal histories haunting each character leave you spellbound. Grade A. Oscar-contender. One of the best films this year!