Best Movie of the Year

Rating: Null/10 (6 August 2002)

Excepting those who will go to see this movie expecting an "alien flick" with lots of guns and maybe some spaceships, metal suits, and lasers, you will leave the theater in absolute awe with a feeling of humbleness and perhaps a new perspective when you look out the window at the sky. It simply depicts the struggles of a human soul searching for the truth; aliens are just a sideshow. Its stars the brilliantly cast Mel Gibson, who gives a heartfelt performance as an ex-religious father who has lost his faith through a personal tragedy. Joaquin Pheonix shines as his helplessly lost brother and adding to the depth, humor and humanity are Rory Culkin and the adorable Abigail as his children, giving stunning performances as well. Absolutely amazing in its direction and filmography, one of the only truly terrifying movies i have ever seen, yet beautiful and emotionally satisfying. The best $5.50 i ever spent.