Like Beautiful Poetry

Rating: 9/10 (29 November 2006)

Fantastic film. When I first finished The Fountain I truly did not know what to think. I just stared at the screen not knowing if I loved or hated the film. I now can't stop thinking about it. The more my mind dwells on it, the more brilliance i find within it. Many moviegoers don't bother investing time outside of the theater to truly reflect on a film. I assume that many are viewing this, in a way that was not intended by the Creator. They watch for sheer entertainment. they want a traditional linear storyline, they want action, explosions and special effects. What makes this film so spectacular is how incredibly unique it is. No other film can be compared to it. The Fountain explores deep philosophical messages about life, death and love. The prospect of morality and how so many view it as a negative.
I have viewed the film twice now, and was able to appreciate it so very much more the second go around. The symbolic meanings placed throughout the entire film became ever clearer. Technically this film is also very strong. The acting is superb, the cinematography beautiful, the direction spot-on. The Fountain is a rare film that viewers will get more and more out of with each repetitive viewing.
More than anything I appreciate The Fountain, because of it's profound impact it has had on me. I left the theater of different person. My views on life, and everyday situations have changed. And as a student filmmaker it has truly inspired me.
Bottom line: This film is art, much like beautiful poetry.