This is one of the last films I'd describe as being easily forgotten. How often do you come across a feel good film of such quality? I was astonished by the sheer beauty of the film. Each scene was so complete and well shot. Even the subtle use of shadow and light was gorgeous, not to mention the diverse palette of colors.

OK, so the plot wasn't exactly original but the depth of the characters more then made up for that. They put a new twist on an old story. I found the characters to be both eccentric and endearing at the same time.

It was one of the best films of 2001.