It's Castaway Meets Forrest Gump Goes to the Airport

Rating: Null/10 (23 June 2004)

With the simple and genuine attitude of Forrest Gump and the quiet loneliness of Castaway feel when we first meet Victor, one might think this movie to be boring, but instead we find ourselves a pleasant surprise in a story about the one law-abiding and all-around nice guy in a swarm of modern humanity. This movie soon reveals it's secrets as Victor begins to understand this new land he is not allowed to visit, learning English by buying the American version of the same book he has and deciphering the CNN scroll-by.
The sowing of little laughs here and there reveal a whimsical, feel-good movie that we don't often see anymore, with the American public usually going for movies with more CGI/Special Effects or car chases than actual brilliant acting performances. Victor's relationship with the Catherine Zeta-Jones character is more of a part of his experience while in America than a potential lover, and is sweet and not nearly as complicated as some would think (other than Zeta-Jones's off and on again boyfriend which doesn't involve Victor as much). It's truly quite refreshing to see a movie of this type and you really do feel the same victories as Victor does, from the little triumphs of figuring out the carts to seeing the head hauncho having a hissy fit over what he sees on the security monitors.
The friendships Victor has in this film become very real when troubles arise and you really believe that this Victor character is genuine and loyal. I'd highly suggest this movie to anyone who wants to see a relaxing movie after hard day at the office as it will help restore faith in the human nature. It's message is priceless.