Beautiful, twisted movie.

Rating: 8/10 (12 August 2002)

Based on R1 DVD 136 min.
I've only watched 'Vanilla Sky' once and; like Memento; it is a movie that demands repeated viewing. For what it's worth I made the mistake of watching this movie without reading any of the better reviewers [e.g. Ebert] so I dismissed several of the early warning cues as directorial slips - my mistake.
This movie is visually beautiful, the characters are solid, there is a unquestionable chemistry between Cruise and the leading ladies. Diaz gives a powerful performance as both the playmate and later.
Sci-Fi, conspiracy and psychological thriller fans should all find much to like in this movie, the strong cast and sheer beauty will give it a far wider appeal.
If you are about to watch 'Vanilla Sky' for the first time here's a tip - listen very carefully to the first few minutes.
8/10 minor masterpiece