Absolutely amazing roller-coaster ride

Rating: 10/10 (23 April 2011)

When I went o see "Shutter Island", all I knew about the movie was the obvious: it was about an island and DiCaprio acted in it. The Portuguese translation of the title, hugely misleading ("Ilha do Medo" = "Island of Fear") made me believe this was going to be just another horror flick.
Boy, was I glad I was wrong!
"Shutter Island" is filled with symbolisms and hidden meanings in almost 100% of the scenes composing the movie. So much interpretation can be drawn from this movie. Unlike many other movies out there, it feels complete. It feels perfect, there's nothing missing. Following Teddy (Leonardo DiCaprio) through his visit to Shutter Island will make you feel like you're there, going through the same things he is all throughout the numerous twists and turns the movie takes.
The soundtrack to this movie is just superb, fitting the movie like a glove and driving it through different feelings and ambiances. Visually this movie is just beautiful, the contrasts used are just a wonder to look at, I couldn't take my eyes away for a second.
The acting was incredibly top notch. Leonardo DiCaprio makes an outstanding job (which he got us used to). Mark Ruffalo (Chuck) and Ben Kingsley (Dr. Cawley) are amazing as well, bringing his characters into life making them feel like they are real. Even if a bit overshadowed by DiCaprio. The rest of the cast is top notch as well, I have not a single complaint.
If you want to drown yourself into an amazing psychological mystery thriller experience, you must watch this movie now. Incredible.
Flawless 10 out of 10.