Vicky Cristina Barcelona (2008) - Woody Allen's Love Letter to the Streets of Barcelona!

Rating: 10/10 (11 March 2012)

Written and directed by the talented mind of Woody Allen, "Vicky Cristina Barcelona" stars one of the best casting ensembles, ever assembled into a movie, and it tells a wonderful story that's worth telling to all audiences. The movie centers on two American women, Vicky and Cristina, both portrayed by Rebecca Hall and Scarlett Johansson, who spend a summer in Barcelona, where they meet an artist, portrayed by Javier Bardem, who still has troubles with his ex-wife, portrayed by Penelope Cruz in an Oscar-winning role. This movie follows comedy, drama, romance, and anywhere in between. Woody Allen is a wonderful filmmaker, and he always deliver movies with a unique plot, sharp script, and likable characters. Rebecca Hall, Scarlett Johansson, and Javier Bardem are really great in this movie, but it's Penelope Cruz, who deserved her Oscar win, for her performance in the movie. She brought a lot of humor into her character, and whether she speaks English or Spanish, you can still relate to her. I was enchanted by knowing how this movie wanted to make a tribute to Barcelona. The sights and sounds are beautiful, and it was like walking through the streets, without leaving the movie. Along with a beautiful music score and wonderful heart, this movie delivers one of the biggest messages ever seen in a "love letter" flick. This is a entertaining, beautiful, well-made, and unique movie from start to finish. "Vicky Cristina Barcelona", in my review, "unique and wonderful, Woody Allen at his finest".