So, so

Rating: Null/10 (1 August 2004)

I almost hoped that I was wrong when, half way through he movie, I leaned over and told my girlfriend the twist. There were little things here and there that lent to it. I was a little put out, but upon looking at it in a different light and seeing that it was impactive in other ways, it grew on me. The idea of creating a better today through living more simply. The innocence and persistence of love. And it showed that even in their Utopian ideal bad things happen (to Lucius). But the village would still try to do their best to preserve themselves and grow beyond it.
Would I have gone and seen it knowing what I know? Maybe not. Rent? Yes. Very good acting.
Lose your expectations and be open to all of the messages that the movie sends and there will be more points to enjoy. 7 of 10