Upon seeing the trailer I was not expecting much. Personally, Baz Luhrmann's former films are not high on my list for story, but more of a visual effect. However, Australia has completely given me a fond respect of Luhrmann.
A lot of critics and audiences alike are smashing this film on its length and plot. The plot was so engaging that time was not even a factor for me. This film made me fall in love and feel for each character deeply. I am not even a fan of Nicole Kidman, but her character made me care for her. I have always loved Hugh Jackman and I have never understood why his acting abilities have not been recognized for pure excellence (The Fountain, The Prestige). The story was very expansive and I did not mind the mixture of romance, action, and social justice. I in no way felt that his film was trying to reach out for tourism or prove something. I believe that Luhrmann merely wanted to tell and achieve an engaging story.
When I left the theatre with friends I was completely blown away. I did not expect the film to reach the level it did. However, it was not perfect. It is rare that a film is, but I felt something. That is all I care about. It was a great feeling and I was so relieved to see a decent film. Even that is rare. Every actor within the film did a fantastic job. The cinematography was breath taking and I believe that the direction was handled quite well. This film was quite a surprise.
I hope that this film's ratings will go up and critics will stop force feeding audiences their opinions. Please go see the film for yourself. It will be worth something.
A lot of critics and audiences alike are smashing this film on its length and plot. The plot was so engaging that time was not even a factor for me. This film made me fall in love and feel for each character deeply. I am not even a fan of Nicole Kidman, but her character made me care for her. I have always loved Hugh Jackman and I have never understood why his acting abilities have not been recognized for pure excellence (The Fountain, The Prestige). The story was very expansive and I did not mind the mixture of romance, action, and social justice. I in no way felt that his film was trying to reach out for tourism or prove something. I believe that Luhrmann merely wanted to tell and achieve an engaging story.
When I left the theatre with friends I was completely blown away. I did not expect the film to reach the level it did. However, it was not perfect. It is rare that a film is, but I felt something. That is all I care about. It was a great feeling and I was so relieved to see a decent film. Even that is rare. Every actor within the film did a fantastic job. The cinematography was breath taking and I believe that the direction was handled quite well. This film was quite a surprise.
I hope that this film's ratings will go up and critics will stop force feeding audiences their opinions. Please go see the film for yourself. It will be worth something.