a must see

Rating: 9/10 (1 January 2009)

I've just watched this film and I dare anyone to say they didn't have a lump in their throat at the end. It is both beautiful and moving a real cinematic experience. The film starts off feeling a bit like a cross between Forest Gump and Big Fish but then moves into a class of its own. The only thing spoiling the film is the length, at nearly 3 hours it might drain your resolve but watch the end and you'll be duly rewarded. This definitely Oscar material. If it doesn't win something, even best makeup or visual effects you should feel robbed. Compared to some previous films that have done well this is well above the rest. I would have gave 10 out of 10 but the length spoils it.