Not good enough

Rating: 4/10 (12 June 2003)

When a movie recieves best picture at the academy awards, I expect a great film, this was not, as a matter of fact, I have a hard time saying that its good. What it is, is a wandering, poorly paced melodrama about shallow characters. There are a few breathtaking moments scattered throughout this overblown picture, but not nearly enough to make up for its weaknesses. I feel bad that Willem Dafoe(usually a very un-hollywood-like actor) took part in this overblown picture. This film should not have even been nominated for best picture, let alone win it. My Best Picture of 96: Fargo. Overall this is not worthy of the hype. 5 out of 10, to be generous.