Review of The Hours (2002) by Ruben C — 27 Dec 2009

Every once in a while you stumble unto something completely breathtaking, something that is the complete epitome of everything you admire. For me, this happened with The Hours. I picked up the book and read it a couple months ago, and that was just because I had nothing else too read.

But, its absolutely amazing! I was kind of digusted with myself for not reading it sooner. The same thing happened again with the movie. The only thing I had every heard about it was that Nicole Kidman was in it, and had won an Oscar for her performance.

Once again, I cannot believe that you do not see or here more! It is one of the most impressive and captivating things I've seen in ages. Its completely appealing in just about every way possible.

The story is deadman, haunting, and emotional. It beautiful and stylish visually. Its even pleasent to the ears. The script is lyrical and poetic and the cast all give marvelous performances. The score is great on its own, but it also matches the movie wonderfully.

Ironically, the storyline about Virginia Woolf was my favorite in the film, while it was the only one I found to drag a bit in the book. I honestly do not have a single complaint with this movie. Its spellbinding and masterfull, hands down a complete masterpiece all around.