Great car crash

Rating: Null/10 (5 April 2003)

This movie made more sense to me because I had seen the Spanish film, Open Your Eyes, that Vanilla Sky was based on. It followed Open Your Eyes pretty closely. Of course, one major difference was this was set in New York City. Also, I was expecting Tom Cruise to look more disfigured because in the original the Spanish guy's scars were a lot worse. Penelope Cruz was pretty much the same in this as in the original. I liked the car crash scene the best because Cameron Diaz really starts to sound crazy during it. Tom should have just jumped out of the car when it was obvious she was turning psychotic.

I still can't decide if I like the ending. I mean, when you think about it, it does make sense. But, also seems like an easy way out to explain a lot of things that don't make sense, such as Cameron Diaz showing up after she's died. Is Tom really crazy and seeing things or is Sofia all a figment of his mind? Is it all a dream?

FINAL VERDICT: If you are a Tom Cruise fan, then you will like this because he is really cute in this role. The movie is OK, but it is not really a murder mystery, so don't be misled. I recommend it if you are looking for a movie that is a little sci-fi and different from a lot of films out there. Just remember you have to pay attention throughout to get the ending.