Epic

Rating: 9/10 (3 January 2004)

A wonderful movie.
Comparable to Gladiator. Not just because of the music. The score was definitely status quo Hans Zimmer, which is great, but you could tell it was him. Nevertheless he was the right composer for the job.
As for the film, a fantastic performance was made by Watanabe. Cruise as well, but overshadowed by his co-star, if you ask me. I found the whole movie fascinating and filled with feeling.
The battle scenes were quite well done... seemed realistic enough for me. Not quite the grandeur some other film battles, but very effective nonetheless.
The historical accuracy of the film I can't comment on, because I have no idea.
A solid 9/10.