A great film, but better on big screen

Rating: Null/10 (4 March 2001)

The English Patient has been one of my favorite films since it came out back in 1996. I saw it twice while it was still in the theaters, and didn't watch it again until about a month ago on video. I still loved it this time, but the intensity of seeing it the first couple of times was no longer there. It is such a visually stunning film of large scope that it really needs the big screen to bring that out.
Despite some comments here that this film seemed overly long, it didn't seem that way to me. It is romantic, and is devastatingly beautiful. The acting is believable and quite intense. It isn't recommended for those who are looking for a pleasantly light film to while away the afternoon or evening.