*The Best Film in Years*

Rating: 10/10 (12 February 2009)

Every so often a gem of a film comes along that is so beautifully made in every aspect that it leaves you with a warm gooey feeling at the end. Yes the ending is sad, but ultimately you feel like you've just watched something so extraordinary you feel completely uplifted.
This is Brad Pitt's best acting appearance, without a doubt, and although the odds are on Mickey Rourke picking up Best Actor Oscar this year, Brad is definitely a dark horse and one to watch.
The cinematography, costumes, make-up and special effects all add up to a fantastic cinematic experience and one I could watch over and over even though it is nearly three hours long. The acting is faultless and it is very difficult to find a single criticism for this film OK perhaps it could have been a little shorter but where would you find the bits to edit out, I know I wouldn't be able to choose them.
I know all the attention has been given to Brad Pitt's performance but praise has to be given to Cate Blanchett, who plays Button's *childhood sweetheart*. This is film making at its very best and deserves every single commendation it's been nominated for. I loved it.