A bit slow moving at parts, but overall phenomenal film.

Rating: 8/10 (26 December 2008)

I'll start by saying this isn't a movie that will be liked by everyone. If you're a person who generally enjoys feel-good films that will cause you to leave the theater smiling, this isn't the one for you. Not to say the movie is bad; in fact, I'd almost say it's one of the best I've seen all year. Long, yes, but truly captivating.
The movie's length may be a bit hard on a lot of people. It did get a little boring around parts, and some things could have been edited out, but the superb acting kept my attention. All the actors had good performances. The script was well written, and the cinematography was beautiful.
This movie is very, very similar to Forrest Gump, or at least that's what I couldn't stop thinking as I watched it. If you liked that, you will probably like this. The premises are entirely different, but the sequence of events and storyline are noticeably similar.
In conclusion, if you want a good movie that doesn't sanitize reality to make it seem better than it actually is, with an interesting story and good actors, this is the one for you. It does get a little tragic, but never depressing enough to make you break down and sob. I'd say more, but can't in fear I'd give something away.
See this movie on a day when you're ready for something more than a lighthearted comedy.