Enjoyable, interesting but too long.

Rating: 9/10 (4 August 2009)

It seems that people are divided into 2 camps-they either love this or hate it. Some find it pointless.
Simply put; the film is about our fear of what we will become. What the future holds for us. For the young, they see old people and some probably fear the idea they will become old. In this case, things are different for Benjamin Button. The film also seems to be about timing. How we sometimes meet the love of our life but perhaps aren't ready for it or too immature to realize what is in front of us. I think it's also about caring for the ones we love when they can no longer care for themselves.
The film is very well acted by everyone. The photography is beautiful. I think the film could have been shorter though. It does seem to be a bit too long. I can think of a couple of scenes that could have been shortened without affecting the film.
I didn't find it depressing and it certainly is a unique idea for a film. If you enjoy drama this would probably be your thing.