Good film, very heavy...

Rating: 8/10 (5 February 2007)

Before I saw this film i had no real idea what it was about or if it was meant to be funny or serious. So I was a little surprised to find out that it is based on a true story, how close it is to a true story i have no idea - not very good with history especially political history.
Leaving that to one side it was a good film and i did really enjoy it, i don't think i would buy it on DVD when it comes out, because i am a sad man that likes lighter films that are easier to watch and i don't have to think about it to much. But it is good to exercise the mind now and again and this film did make you think.
AT the end of the film there is some real footage which does show the guy and what he was like in public.
There is also a scene at the end that mad the whole cinema wince in pain and was very difficult to watch, when you see it you'll know what i mean.
And one last think Forrest is a great actor and this role just proves it.