Beautiful film

Rating: Null/10 (17 April 2011)

Although I do admit that this movie has a very long, slow narrative, poetic ghostly dialogue, random nature shots, and an ambiguous plot, I still feel this film is a fantastic artistic achievement and deserves more praise than it has received. Many complain about the long shots of Kilcher and Farrell dancing, hugging, kissing etc. through the forest; but I personally found these shots beautiful; the depicted a love in its most natural, peaceful state. What I feel makes this film so strong is its ability to display the universality of the human need and desire for communication and love. The on-screen chemistry between Farrell and Kilcher is completely believable and realistic. Bale also plays the smitten, loyal husband perfectly. The leading actors gave all gave phenomenal performances and I think that lets me excuse the slowness of the film. I think people should at least give this film a chance and maybe they'll get out a little of what I experienced from it.