Bridget Jones' DiaryOnly really good for those who, like Bridget, couldn't figure out that
Hugh Grant was lying about Colin Ferrel Firth (sorry Em!) sleeping with his finance. 2/5
MagnoliaIf there's a spoiler thread, I'd love to have a discussion of this there. I may start one.
But, in sum, I found this a fascinating movie intellectually. Like Mulholland Dr., this movie is a puzzle that isn't necessarily resolved at the end. But, except in moments, I find it too intellectual and not devoted to the emotional impact of what is going on with the characters. Every time we get some character development, there's another flower or 8:2 to spot. Reminds me a bit of the children's book author Grahame Base-- you get so caught up in the puzzle that you forget to enjoy the story. In Magnolia, it seems, even the director forgets about the story sometimes. Still, for a puzzle, it's really well put together.
And although I don't care for Tom Cruise that much, but I think this role was perfect for him-- very well done.
4/5