It's not as "weird" as the reviewers make it out to be

Rating: 8/10 (22 November 2006)

I've read a number of professional reviews stating that the film is difficult to follow and that the ending is way beyond anything we lowly movie-goers might be able to grasp. I went into the film prepared to leave utterly perplexed-- but this was simply not the case. The film is not difficult to follow, and the ending is quite satisfying. Yes, there are three concurrent plot lines, but they are not so complex as to be beyond one's understanding. Certain parts of the film may be interpreted differently, but as a whole it has a rather straight-forward and powerful message about love and death. The visuals and acting are great. The music was appropriate. I feel that today's reviewers are seriously underestimating the movie-going public. Or perhaps they've gotten so used to reviewing such utterly thoughtless movies that when they're forced to think just a little bit it blows their minds. The Fountain does have some flaws, but overall it's a great film, and definitely worth checking out.