From the violent start of the film the film grabs you, and doesn't let you go. The acting is spectacular. The two breathtaking beauties, Vera Farmiga and Kate Beckinsale, are the two main characters and they are nothing short of masterful. Some of the scenes are just so well-acted that you are actually breath taken. It's very realistically played out. How those two didn't get Oscar nominations is above me.
The story asks powerful questions about integrity. Integrity is not complex in any matter of the question. You either live with integrity (and have principles) or you don't (and be a coward). The film tells the story of a bold woman who chose to live with integrity.
The ending (the last 9 mins) may take thing too far and you get angry at the characters (I wanted to slap Matt Dillion in the face), but in ways it helps the story be stronger, just as it does for it's main character.
Ex-film critic, Rob Laurie, builds this epic arc of a story and handles it in such a beautiful way that pins you in your seat. Most of the mainstream audience probably has not even heard of this film, but I suggest to you: PICK UP A COPY ASAP.
Nominations
Best Picture
Best Director
Best Original Screenplay
Best Ensemble
Best Actress: Kate Beckinsale
Best Supporting Actress: Vera Farmiga (Ties with Penelope Cruz for Vicky Cristina Barcelona)
Best Editing
Best Cinematography
Rating: 10/10
Trailer: http://www.imdb.com/video/imdb/vi2476737305/
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