The rarest sort of film

Rating: 10/10 (22 February 2008)

The storyline of "Once" is simple and the direction is spare, but the characters are complex and compelling. And most important, they remain true to their dreams and to themselves.
The movie is full of touching moments, but it never becomes shallow or cloying, because the leads are so genuine in their emotion and in their friendship.
I respect the film's ending. It wasn't the outcome I expected, but it was the outcome that made sense.
"Once" is the rarest sort of film: a movie about thoughtful, creative adults who inspire and respect one another, and who value art and music.