An offence to the art of film

Rating: 1/10 (28 June 2006)

This has to rank as one of the most grotesque abominations ever shot and released. Ill-conceived, childish, puerile, and likely only to appeal to those whose understanding of politics is at best simplistic, and to those who think terrorism is fun, and nihilism a way forward. Quite aside from some of the worst dialogue, set design and acting in the history of cinema, this characterless film will deeply offend anyone who thinks death and slaughter is not a way to solve the problems of the world. Natalie Portman - usually beguiling and powerful - is awkward and silly, helped only by the fact that everyone around her is even worse. Made without style or intelligence, this movie is a complete and utter embarrassment - no wonder the main character never wants to take the mask off. Offensively childish.