A musical that is both fresh and compelling

Rating: 10/10 (8 September 2008)

This is a movie musical like no other. It's hard for me to explain exactly what was so captivating about it: every song in this incredible soundtrack sounds more beautiful every time I listen to it, but the vulnerability and believability of the romance surprised me, too.
I'm told Glen Hasard and Markéta Irglová fell in love in real life while filming this movie, which is no surprise to me. Their stories are so tangible that you will forget neither of their characters are named (I forgot this the first time I saw it even after reading it in Roger Ebert's review of the movie).
It's inspiring to see a work of art made in this day and age 17 days, without special effects, and with two brand new faces. Everyone who can see this movie should do so as soon as they can.