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Rating: 10/10 (23 November 2006)

this is another incredible film from darren aronofsky. i didn't expect anything less, but the fountain was so much more than i had hoped it would be.
plot-wise, it runs the gamut from sci-fi to drama, from history to philosophy; it has everything. the cinematography is simply beautiful; the way aronfsky uses light in this movie is beautiful, the shots of the characters are beautiful, the special effects are beautiful (and completely undigital, if i'm not mistaken). the score is understated, but compliments the film perfectly. i was also floored by the acting; i had my doubts about hugh jackman, but he pulled through. rachel weiz was great, but what else would you expect from aronofsky's wife? as for the plot, it comes thisclose to being predictable, but still manages to surprise you.
the fountain is vastly different than aronofsky's previous films, but still an aronofsky. don't expect a repeat of requiem, but if you enjoyed the intellectual aspects of pi, you'll probably love the fountain. even if you don't like sci-fi, or you don't like love stories, this movie is still worth seeing. just go with an open mind!