Extremely good movie

Rating: 10/10 (17 December 2001)

I saw the original "Open Your Eyes" in summer of 2000 (see my review of that). I remember when I heard that Tom Cruise was going to redo it, I was hoping he'd be able to make it at least as good.
This movie exceeded my expectations. Why? Because it was basically a re-shoot in English of an uncommonly good film.
The audience in the screening I just watched was unusually silent. Many people may have been wondering what was going on, trying to work through the plot twists. From the opening scene until very near the end, it's not entirely clear why things are happening, but the final scenes DO wrap it up. You get a very satisfying sense of "I didn't see that coming, but I like it".
There is a percentage of people who will simply never get this movie. They will think it's stupid, pointless, long, and boring. Then there are the people who will recognize it for what it is: a brilliant concept, exceptionally scripted, well shot, and this time there's a soundtrack to enjoy.
If you let yourself get immersed in the characters, you may even be surprised at the depth of emotion their fates will evoke.
If your IQ is over 100 (the "average"), then I predict you will enjoy this movie. If not, send your cat.