We have come to judge a movie (any movie, most movies) as they compare to counterparts (notwithstanding Einstein and relativity).. in that vein, relative to other movies I have seen in the last little while, Grey Owl does transport you (albeit in fleeting moments) to the original greatness that embodied this man. And that's all you should expect to experience if you go see this movie. Pierce Brosnan doesn't cut it as an Indian obviously and most of the movie plays like a cliche (with Annie Galipeau contributing in very large measures). But in the midst of all the stilted moments, Sir Attenborough's directorial prowess is very much evident. More a documentary than a movie and certainly no "Gandhi".
