Incredible

Rating: 10/10 (9 August 2006)

I saw this alone in a movie theater in London, not sure what to expect-- only knowing that it was a truly British movie, an award-winner, and that I was unlikely to have another chance to see it without a great deal of effort. It was one of the best things I did during my month in London, even ranking above some of the plays I went to see. It is an extremely powerful, intense movie and is beautifully and passionately acted. As it ended, the theater staff immediately flicked the lights on and came in to clean up, and the girls next to me, their eyes wide and their mouths open, shook their heads, sniffed, and wiped the mascara from under their eyes, muttering "no respect." I walked home in a dream.
I (obviously) highly recommend this movie, even for someone who prefers light or comedic movies that don't require thought. It ranks right up there with Braveheart and Hotel Rwanda, I think, and needs to be seen for the history it presents to an audience that really should be aware.