Absolutely AMAZING!

Rating: Null/10 (11 October 2002)

Let me tell you, when I started my Freshmen year of Highschool this year, and found out that the first play we were reading was Romeo + Juliet, I moaned and groaned and nearly chewed up my pencil in annoyance. Sure, I found the play compelling, and I knew exactly what it was about, but Old English text really annoys me. Well, we finally finish the story, watch a fairly good 16th century version of the R+J play, and then....MODERN DAY VERSION!!!!! (yes, we watched this movie in my 4th period English class)
Ever since I was 9 and this movie came out I've wanted to see it. Just never the chances. I've always passed it in the video stores, but still didn't pick it up. But now here's the chance. From the very beginning everyone (even the guys) was hooked on the film. We knew exactly what would happen. But still we were anxious to watch on. Even though it's still hard to understand a little bit because of the Old English talk, it's not that hard to follow. The play had me rolling with laughter, watching with a complete blank expression anticipating the next scene, or flowing with tears. It was great. The beginning had to be my favorite scene, and the Capulet party.

Although I do wish it had a modern script that way it was easier to understand, but it doesn't really take away the entire flavor. What counts is I LOVE (LOVE!) this movie!!! I have to get it on DVD. The actors do an amazing job- Tybalt and Mercutio are my favorites in this movie. It would be awesome if another R+J adaption was made (with a modern script please).

SEE THIS MOVIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
4+ our of 4 stars