My view

Rating: Null/10 (27 April 2001)

It truly pains me to have to give this film a whole star. None would be preferable. I just have to wonder if Boyle as well as Richard finally lost the plot as the film spiralled into the great abyss of cinematic garbage. Perhaps, unfortunately I was the wrong person to rationally evaluate this film having both read Garland's pulsating novel, and visited Thailand on several occasions. However it is as a result of this, that I do have one piece of advice which is if you value either's reputation in your regard or imagination, I implore you not to waste your time on this film, for both will be tarnished beyond recognition. Incidentally as a parting note I feel I must mention just how desperate I was prior to seeing the film, to enjoy it. Until this film Boyle was one of my all time favourite directors. 'A Life Less Ordinary' being a piece of imaginative brilliance. His latest effort is a joy for all those that appreciate the merit of other 'greats' like Armageddon and The Patriot. Great turkeys.