Do not swim in these waters

Rating: Null/10 (22 October 2001)

With the release of Leonardo DiCaprio's latest film, "The Beach," I 'am confident in saying his success with "Titanic" was only a one time deal. DiCaprio's brightly lit star has dimmed dramatically after the success of "Titanic."
"The Beach" is so bad, I feel sorry for Leo because this is most likely his best chance to prove whether or not his role as Jack Dawson was a fluke or he really is talented. It surrounds three people who discover a beach so secretive that the natives will kill for its privacy and secrecy.
Only one positive came out in "The Beach" and her name is Virginie Leyoden. She is a fresh face to Hollywood who contains enough talent to fill a gymnasium. With her role in "The Beach," this actress solidifies herself as one of the most talented and beautiful newcomers to hit Hollywood since the arrival Monica Potter. Charm, charisma, presence and style were qualities that Leyoden brings to the table and makes "The Beach" a halfway decent film to watch.
I appreciate the attempt the writers make with bringing an otherwise good plot to this film. If the plot can determine the outcome of a movie, "The Beach" would be a winner in my book; however, that is not the case and the cast failed to follow through.
"The Beach" was extremely slow, overacted and poorly written. I felt like leaving the room because I was yawning so much. A good attempt, but an awful outcome. It is unfortunate that this film wastes a beautiful setting and the time of good actors; however, there is always room for improvement next time.