Unique in this type of films

Rating: 9/10 (14 November 2006)

The film is very violent indeed, but its artistic merits are truly overwhelming. It is rare to see such a high standard of acting, and this unqualified praise is for the entire cast. It is too neutral politically but one can draw one's own conclusions. Directing and editing are excellent, too. The film makes a Compelling viewing and it is even thought-provoking. A word of polite criticism: the violence is sometimes excessive and I detected at least four or five people at the theatre who actually laughed as if they witnessed a slapstick-type comedy. I feel that some creative restraint would have been helpful. Fortunately, the assured handling of the plot by the director has proved to be the decisive factor in the film's outstanding overall impact. I am almost certain that viewers will Cherish it even in 40 years time.