Quite the experience, don't be turned away by the low score

Rating: 10/10 (20 November 2011)

I went into this movie with rather low expectations, but came out quite pleased. The atmosphere created in it is actually pretty believable, and really demonstrates some of the negatives of tourism, while also showcasing some of the most amazing things about tourism. It also explores a number of other themes such as the impossibility of utopia. I have had a totally changed viewpoint on travelling because of this movie. Also, Leonardo Di Caprio is quite good, no idea what people who say he was bad are talking about. If you have any interest in travel, Thailand, the pursuit of paradise or just appreciate good atmospheres, watch this film. Oh, and the opening scene is one of the greatest opening scenes of any movie ever.