Rage-4

I have to agree with previous comments that, while the story could've been really good, it just wasn't brought out that way. You could see a lot of Art McClane. Alec Baldwin, who I think can be phenomenal in roles such as this one, was only given a tiny part and quite frankly, the movie wouldn't have suffered much if his character hadn't even been IN it. Too many unbelievable aspects to the story (for something based on a very real possibility). I've seen them both in much better movies.

This is a beautiful film. Even Keanu (sp), who can quite often lull into the Bill & Ted Acting Method, seemed to come through (particularly during the scene with his wife in the hospital). I have to say that Pacino was fantastic; right up there with his performance in Heat or Scent of a Woman. The last 30 minutes of this movie grab you by the ear-lobe and punish you for not understanding what good filming and acting are all about. Take another look at it. Fine acting and fine writing. How many of you would've chosen as he did?...I wonder :) That was the least believable part, I thought. But the bottom line: Own this Movie.

I have to say that this was a good film. I found, though, that I'd be sitting there watching and thinking to myself..."if I were reading this book right now, I'd be moved more by that scene...or that would seem more terrifying and surreal...". However, they did an excellent job with the atmosphere. The general consensus before the release of this film was that Cuba would outshine Williams and let me be the first to say: it did NOT happen. Robin Williams was flawless. Cuba Gooding, Jr. is never unimpressive, though, .. don't get me wrong. He was great in this movie. I just don't think it's going to earn him another Oscar. The Oscar will fall on Williams or even Sciorra for this film. They were great together. What Dreams...is well worth your time. It is a truly unique film in a sea of film redundancy.