Good makeup, not much else

Rating: 3/10 (9 February 2009)

I finally saw this movie last night. I can't believe this movie got so many awards. Plot-wise, it is similar to Forrest Gump, following the life of a 'special man'. But unlike Forrest Gump, this movie is devoid of humor, drama, passion, or any other reason to care about the characters. Also missing is any motivation for their actions; they simply jump from one event to another, apparently because it is time for them to do so.
Technically, it is interesting to see and ponder life lived backwards. But for some reason, CGI or makeup or whatever, the movie is lifeless. And in the end, there is no reason to care about what you just saw. The Golden Globes got it right when they didn't give it any awards; let's hope the Oscars are equally as smart.