For a film that ran just over an hour and a half---it seemed like an eternity. Even Titanic with its epic length at least kept me awake, although I felt it to be just as sappy. The director created a visually impressive movie that fell short on acting and storyline. Much of the dialogue seems redundant and is delivered in an unconvincing manner that fails to match the intensity of the visuals. I just got back from seeing it and I can't remember one good line from the film. The film is also disappointing in that it misses the opportunity to explore controversial issues surrounding the afterlife. They conveniently side-step the question of whether or not this is the Christian version of heaven after they explicitly outline reasons for being sent to hell. Cerberus from Greek lore is also mentioned as guarding the entrance to hell (not Hades) which further smears the continuity of the film. Perhaps they didn't want to offend any particular belief by neglecting to give an honorable mention---even a dog gets into heaven (I thought they weren't allowed in). Many reviews I've read claim that it is a deep and thought provoking movie with much merit. Perhaps I slept through those parts. Despite its intentions, the scope of the film is quite narrow and can't be redeemed by all the FX in the world.
Review of What Dreams May Come
