fernando meirelles follow up 'city of god' (2002) and 'the constant gardener' (2005) is a miraculous piece of cinema. from what must go down as one of the most terrifying opening scenes in modern cinema, through to the joyful climax i was thoroughly gripped.
i wanted to let the film lie for a while before posting my review, as based on what others have said about the film i was under the impression that the film lacked any real soul, or point, and unfortunately i can confirm that this is almost the case. the film itself was incedibly powerful an experience, yet post-thought i have to be honest and admit that the lack of substance has really caught up with my opinion. it is a great film tho, one definately worth seeking out, and worthy of a place on my top 20 of the year.
