Great movie that isn't what it seems
585132
I think this movie comes disguised as a chick flick when it really isn't. The main character meeting and marrying the woman of his dreams, is just a vehicle for getting the peculiar story of family told.

There are plenty of funny moments and sweet moments in this movie. It is highly entertaining.

My husband really liked this movie even though he didn't want to.

I think just about any one would enjoy an evening watching this movie. It has something for every one.
1863606
I watched this movie on a whim one day and it haunted me for days.  It's a cross between a honor and a drama.  Not exactly for the faint of heart.  I don't want to give it away,  but you'll want to watch it again.
1736479
Excellent movie. You need to like relationship/character development movies to appreciate it - if you are looking for exploding things, or for action, this is not the movie for you. I thought this movie did an excellent job of telling the story of many of us, these days ... maybe we are entering the third or fourth act of long careers, trying to be decent parents, getting pushed and pulled by forces beyond our control. Perhaps we've had relationships that have not turned out as we expected. Maybe, just maybe is all of this, there is new life, there are some new possibilities. These are the themes in this movie, and if you are interested in an honest portrayal of them, you will love it.
3265285
This movie wasn't so much about what I expected, people firing people, tough job, etc. Of course that was a part of the movie, but it had much more depth, substance, and twists as well. I would recommend this movie. I tought I waited way to long to see it, but glad I did!
550510
this movie was not what i expected when first selecting it but from past reviews decided to give it a try. This turned out to be an exceptional movie that i would recommend to other viewers. we see the side of human error and also the ability for people to forgive and love again. i only wished the movie would have ended in another way but such is how great stories end. such a wonderful experience to watch this movie and hope those on the fence on whether to watch i highly hope you chose to do so.
2268426
This is an interesting movie, don't be put off that it's marketed as a romantic movie, because it's not really.  In fact I wouldn't be surprised if we'd been able to follow the events in the movie a bit longer that we found out the two were related to each other, or even had some sort of twins separated at birth thing going on.  That's the only downside of the movie, the phenomena where two people have been feeling pain, going unconscious when the other receives a blow to the head, getting cold or hot when the other is in that climate and ultimately now be able to see through each other's eyes, with the female of the two being able to seemingly call up like a phone call, they guy and hear and words each other say out loud, is never even delved into why or how this is possible, let alone explained it.

The film is good though, both Dylan (Michael Stahl-David)  the ex con male character, and Rebecca (Zoe Kazan) the female character who is married to a medical doctor who is embarrassed by the symptoms such as falling over, passing out and so forth that come from something happening to Dlyan at times, and tells her off and puts her down for it, are all well played by the actors.  Basically the film is sort of about Dylan treating her properly and she can come out of the shell her husband has reduced her to, and is therefore happy for possibly the first time in her life.  On Dylan's side of things we see him becoming a better moral person, but having to deal with the pressures of the crime friends he had asked to include him in anything illegal that came up.  Obviously the pressures from both the criminals for Dylan and the husband not liking the fact Rebecca is becoming happier, stronger and less of something he can control grow to become obstacles they have to overcome.

I did think the film was lacking some things.  With this hidden someone else is in your ear so to speak and can see whatever your seeing, there were many opportunities besides a mechanic trying to rip off a vulnerable woman that the film could have explored.  Also the two never seemed to comprehend the high likelihood if one of them is killed, the other will likely drop dead too.  This could added something, in a sort of paranoia type of way to the film.  I also found it odd that Dylan's parole officer would be waiting inside his home for him.  Would a parole officer really do this, seems like a good way to get killed to me?
2080098
WARNING: SPOILERS TOWARDS THE END...I went into this movie thinking that it would be an entirely different thing, more fatal attraction than what it actually was.  However, seeing the movie, I can understand how some people might feel as if they were jipped because the actual movie is different than what the previews make it out to be, but the truth of it is, this movie tells about the consequences of how one person can affect all those around them.  In this way, I believe that its more real life than hollywood.  Although I admit, the movie can be slow in the middle, especially when the viewer figures out whats happening and whats going to happen faster than the movie moves, it is towards the end where the plot really starts to pick up and I guarantee you, at the very end when Josh Hartnett and Diane Kruger are just about to find each other, but yet keep on missing each other by fate, you literally want to scream and throw something because you want it as much as they do.  Its a great movie, but only for those that can appreciate it for what it is, a story about unbreakable love between two people struggling to get through all odds and accept it for what its not, a high-paced thriller.
355689
Great film. Another fantastic performance from JG. The acting, cinematography, music, all excellent. The story is original and thought provoking. Now this may not be a movie for everyone but that doesn't mean that people should instantly dismiss this as a bad movie. It's a finely made film with respect for the audience and the craft. It doesn't hold your hand and spell everything out for you. There's symbolism, it's not a linear, generic movie that only deals with the visuals happening on screen and what's being dished out to the audience. It deals with themes like identity, perspective, and intimacy. It's an all around interesting movie that unfortunately will be looked down upon for being "too weird" or "too boring."
2424845
The movie is full of twists and turns, in fact just two minutes before the end there is another twist. This is the beauty of this film. While watching this movie, whenever you try to believe something, it turns out opposite and only to find later that it was not correct either. This one is definitely not the typical war movie. It's not the actions, but the script that keeps the audience riveted throughout the movie, and critics will have a hard time in pointing out for a moment that was boring in the entire run.

John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson were average. I mean their performance was as good as any of their other movies. However, the real credit in acting will go to Connie Nielsen. If you have liked the movie "A few Good Men", you will like this movie too. Highly recommended.
4716688
I gave this movie a 4 star rating due to the fact that it is not what you may think going into it. I was surprised at the ending and give the special effects 5 stars. You will not be disappointed, yet left saying to yourself damn. I recommend and will watch again.
3582472
I did not know what this movie was about when I bought it but was very pleasantly surprised. Well worth a watch.
482959
This wasn't your typical movie and I like that.  Most movies have the same plot and you can predict them.  Not this one.  It is a good story and the acting is good.
4732748
Wonderful movie and not what I expected but was much better !!
3965803
Okay this actually was a very good movie. It was completely unexpected about three quarters of the way through. The fact that it could fool me the way it did made it different than anything I've ever seen. Even the ending was a shocker.
2335951
I was compelled for some reason to watch this movie based on interviews with James McAvoy, who I think is a fabulous actor. I hesitated because much of the content is  against my moral standards and not at all what I would typically enjoy watching. And there are parts that are definitely disturbing and so far removed from what I would consider reality. Although the movie is mostly about mental illness , which is intriguing to me and why I watched it. I ended up considering it one of the best movies I've ever seen, not because of the content but of the story itself. McAvoy was incredible and there were definite shocks to the plot. It was entertaining, vile, tragic, tender, and just overall we'll done. It's not for everyone but I think it gives a great picture of mental illness and what it can do to a person and all those who are influenced by them.
893361
This is a fine movie that does a great job of building characters to whom the audience can relate. It is, in my opinion, a rare sort of movie that entertains while dealing with some very profound issues. I didn't think I would like it much when I read about it but I was pleasantly surprised. It is a hidden gem of a movie.
3944666
I almost never leave a review for any item (maybe I did 1 before this), but I haven't seen a review that misrepresented the item so badly before.  The Amazon reviewer for this item says it is a disappointment.  That is not really a critical review, and, for me, is it completely untrue.

I love this movie, it is one of my favorites.  It is definitely not mainstream, so if you like Johnny Depp because of the Pirates movie, I wouldn't suggest this.

However, if you like off-beat movies, if you like Jim Jarmusch, then this movie is awesome:  great story, gritty/weird music, interesting shots, and lots of meaning.

Also, take a look at Big Dog's review, and you can see the problem with the Amazon review.