A visual masterpiece

Rating: 9/10 (29 February 2000)

This film cannot fail! It has the timeless story of love, romance, comedy and tragedy, which has been beautifully placed in a modern setting. The dialogue hasn't been altered but the style has been updated incredibly well, making it a stunning film, so pleasing to the eye.
Even if you do not like Di Caprio, its hard to deny that he plays the part beautifully and is believable as this starry-eyed young man, so different from his peers. Danes is also great as Juliet and plays the part with understated strength. The one thing which I didn't like was the chemistry between them - it could have been more intense.
My favourite things about this film were the little details, like the guns belonging to the Montagues and Capulets which bore inscriptions, like 'long sword' on the shot gun.
Finally I loved Pete P. as the vicar - especially that wonderful tattoo, just another aspect which feeds the eyes!!
See this film, it will restore your faith in romance!
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