Brilliant

Rating: 10/10 (24 January 2004)

I saw the trailer for this film each time I went to see Return of the King, and each time I saw the trailer I knew I wanted to see this movie. It is not at all what I expected. I hate spoilers, so I'll try not to reveal anything except that this movie is VERY intense. The trailer is put together in such a way that what I "knew" from the trailer wasn't how things turned out. There were a lot of twists and unexpected turns, and there were many places where the audience gasped in unison. The script is nothing short of brilliant, as is the acting and directing. This isn't exactly a feel-good "warm and fuzzy" movie, but I can't wait to see it again. DO NOT take young children -- it earns it's R rating. Definitely thought-provoking and well worth seeing. I give it a 10/10 rating and will be going again soon.