This movie leaves the intellectual mind thinking and trying to analyze the story. I too cannot understand why people would trash this movie.If you are a Jerry Bruckheimer fan, this movie may not suitable for u.This movie presents high degree of realism. The actors and actresses' performance is examplary. Not fake, just natural. No special sound.effects, so special side effects.The camera work is excellent, the music is oh so good. I can't wait to get the soundtrack.It leaves your body numb, like Constant Garderner.The directly has raw talent, certainly not a follower.