an innovative and refreshingly new idea for a film

Rating: 8/10 (23 January 2002)

as an avid movie watcher, i've probably seen just about every plot summary known to man kind. From the traditional hero gets bad guy to the psycho killer melodrama genre, i've probably seen it all. After watching vanilla sky I would have to say it was one of the most original story lines i've ever seen. Without giving anything away, i would have to say this was one of Tom C's best and most compelling performances. For the first time he delves into a more versitile role than the american pop culture icon type roles he is widely known for. in fact i would say that each cast member holds their own in tying the story together. despite all these good characteristics i would also like to say that the movie does tend to eek along rather slowly into its climax. But as a wiser man than myself once said, "anything thats good is worth waiting for" and this movie is no exception. I would strongly recommend it to anyone who enjoys ensightful movies with good plots. All in all a complete winner. 8 out of 10