"A cult film that has become slightly (but not excessively) over-rated. Still a must see classic film of recent years. I love the dreamy camera-work and soundtrack that starts the film."
"I left the cinema thinking that this Scottish film felt very Scandanavian. Sure enough, Danish director. Not perfect, but worth seeing for the good cast."
"Like DD, above, a cult film from that brief resurgence of genuinely free-thinking American cinema at the start of the century. This was one of many precursors to my interest in comix..."
"I was frustrated by this one, but can't quite work out why. Perhaps it's because the 'I'm so beautiful and wonderful' attitude of the characters rubbed off on the rest of the production team?"
"OK, NORMAL LISTMANIA BEHAVIOUR FOR JUST ONE ENTRY - I BELIEVE THIS TO BE ONE OF THE FINEST FILMS OF RECENT YEARS. BUY IT QUICK, AND WAIT AT THE LETTERBOX FOR THE POSTMAN. IT'S THAT GOOD."
"Hard work, although I was impressed by the way in which the film was made, effectively like a stage play. Did this, however, become too much of a gimmick? I dunno, but it's unique and wonderful."
"A lightbulb will illuminate in your head when you grasp the unusual blending of different time periods. Another excellent 'alternative' movie from USA."
"I'm obsessed with how things look, and this looked spectacular. Weighty acting and directing, and will entertain even those who can't stand this type of film."
"Well, being a liberal British citizen, I had to watch it, and wasn't at all surprised when the entire audience (in a provincial cinema several weeks after it was released) stood up and applauded."
"If I were a woman, or even the opposite way inclined, I'm sure Alan Rickman would be the man to make my legs go weak. Tears will be shed, but it's a gorgeous picture. Watch it on your anniversary."