Haunting

Rating: 10/10 (23 August 2011)

Shindler's List can only be described using one word. That is haunting. This film will leave you feeling speechless, disorientated and numb.
Its cinematography is astounding; the use of shadows and light is executed so well you almost forget your watching a black and white film except for the splash of red (people who have seen this masterpiece shall know what I'm talking about). the musical score by John Williams is so beautiful it makes the hairs on the back of your neck stand on end. The acting is phenomenal, from the leading cast members to the bit parts to the extras, its all flawless and deserved awards from the academy as well as nominations (having said that they did award the film 7 awards). The directing is the best I have ever seen executed perfectly by Steven Spielberg, he will never be able to male a film this bittersweet and perfect again in his career.
A true story told so beautifully without any special effects or glitz and glamour thrown in to make the audience feel more relaxed and less guilty about what they are viewing. Just plain, simple, truthful, unforgettable and all in all haunting.