Excellent movie

Rating: 10/10 (18 March 2006)

I wasn't sure what to expect when I went to see this movie. The previews being shown on TV make it look like an action movie. Don't get me wrong there is a lot of action that takes place but there is a lot more to it. This movie makes you think as well. It was nice to see Natalie Portman in a role that was so far removed from Padme ("Star Wars"). She does an excellent job. Hugo Weaving (Elrond from the Lord of the Rings trilogy) is also brilliant, he has to rely on his acting skill and not his expressions since you never see his face beyond the mask. This movie is an excellent thriller and I would highly recommend it, if you do have a problem with graphic violence however you might like to stay away.