I was mesmerized by this beautiful and haunting movie!

Rating: 10/10 (15 April 2000)

Because of the length of this movie, I set out to pace myself by watching about 40 minutes a night. I watched one hour the first night and then on the second night I COULD NOT STOP! What I thought would be my duty as a moviegoer turned into one of the most rewarding film experiences ever. I liked it much better than Saving Private Ryan, although they are not really of the same genre. The acting was terrific! What a wonderful, wonderful ensemble cast! The jungle and the island's native inhabitants were as much players in this picture. I didn't feel like I was watching a cohesive story so much as gently intruding on other's lives. This is a movie I give my highest rating and will see again! I am haunted by it.