An interesting paradox.

Rating: 9/10 (3 June 2005)

I missed the movie during the theater run, but was intrigued by the advertisements for it. Having nothing better to do on a Thursday, I rented the film, and popped it in the DVD.
I wasn't sure what to expect, as I had heard high praise for it, as well as some quite bitter testaments as well (I paid how much to see this?). I'll declare myself right now; I LOVED this film.
That doesn't necessarily mean you will, though. This movie demands commitment of its viewing base. There is a lot of symbolism that demands a closer look. There's a couple interesting twists to the plot that add something to the story (though I do wish one had been timed a little better...hence the 9 rating instead of 10). And there's an interesting paradox(related to one of the twists) that one can ponder for hours on. Sort of related to the age old pondery, "Does the end justify the means?" If you're ready to commit to a little mental excercise, I predict that you will also enjoy "The Village." If you're looking for something to zone out to in your unceasing quest to rid yourself of unused brain cells, "The Village" is probably not what you're looking for.