Director: Bille August
Starring: Julia Ormond, Gabriel Byrne, Richard Harris, Vanessa Redgrave, Robert Loggia, Jim Broadbent, Mario Adorf, Bob Peck, Tom Wilkinson, Emma Croft, Clipper Miano

- Reviewed by Kerri

There seems to be two schools of thought on this movie; either it was very good or very bad. I think it depends on if you read the book first. Those who did not would be hopelessly confused by the movie in my opinion. It was not a good adaptation and left out many, many plot points that would explain so much of what was going on. Those who did read the book might like the movie better, but will still find it lacking in so much of what made it a good novel. 

The problem is Peter Høeg's work was far too complex to wrap up in a two-hour movie, especially one that would appeal to the masses. Gabriel Bryne and Julia Ormond both deserve credit for their roles; they did a fantastic job. I recommend reading the book and then checking out the movie; it will be a much more enjoyable experience.

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