One of the best films ever made.

Rating: Null/10 (24 December 1998)

A simply magnificent film. This re-telling of King Lear is better even than the Bard's original.
The story, of course, is magnificent. The characters, more so. Even the most despicable characters are given understandable and honestly compelling motivations.
This is to say nothing of the visual component which is beyond description. The scenes of battle in this film are gloriously filmed, and very disturbing.
This film is, without a doubt, a must see.
One of the best films ever made.