Unbelievable and near unbearable.

Rating: 10/10 (19 February 2007)

To the people commenting on things that happen in the movie that wouldn't be possible currently: The book was written in the late 60s and is thus set then.
It's difficult for me to find the words to describe this film... Requiem For A Dream is unbelievable. It tears your heart into pieces and leaves you emotionally shattered. It is without a doubt not for the weak at heart. Or those out there that don't understand the meaning of the word empathy. If you want a feel good, happy-go-lucky movie, it's not for you.
I want to call this my favorite movie, but that seems to cheapen it. It's beyond labels.
This movie is so much more effective than any anti-drug movie I have ever seen (which it manages to do without becoming preachy). I was left speechless afterward.
I convinced my friend to watch it with me and for the next ten minutes, we sat in complete silence staring at the credits roll.
I would call it a must see but honestly, I don't think the majority of people in the world could handle this movie.