Excellent film. It is what cinema is all about.

Rating: 10/10 (4 January 2008)

I had heard about this film and knew it had taken the Oscar ahead of Pans Labyrinth. I found that film outstanding and was a little disappointed when I heard that Pans had not won. I can see now why this did. I have watched it twice in as many number of days and it was better with the second viewing. I found it more compelling the second time around and even though I knew how the story unfolded. All of the main characters put in believable and unbelievable performances. Their acting was outstanding. This has gone into my top five all time favourite films without a doubt.
If you have prejudices against foreign films because of the subtitles put them aside and watch this. It won for a reason.