Great special effects, marvelous background characters

Rating: Null/10 (18 May 1999)

I went to see a ship sink, I admit that. I was thoroughly impressed with the sinking, the authentic costumes, mannerisms and food, and the soundtrack. For those reasons alone, I enjoyed the movie.
I did not expect to be drawn into the characters, as one was with the British "A Night to Remember." But two characters did stand out: Victor Garber as Mr. Andrews, and Ioan Gruffudd as Fifth Officer Lowe had small but vital roles. These actors' portrayals were marvelous. I wish so much of their work had not landed on the cutting room floor.
I expect great things of Mr. Gruffudd in particular, and certainly look forward to more of his work. He's clearly shown a genius for becoming the character. And his Welsh accent is music to my ears.
See the movie for the excellent manner in which it was made, not for the story line. And keep a close watch for Mr. Andrews and Fifth Officer Lowe.