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"Scoop" is easily Woody Allen's funniest film of the 2000's so far. Allen, although finally looking his age, is at the top of his game as low-brow magician Sidney Waterman. His one-liners and demeanor are hilarious. Don't let the critics sway your opinion. "Scoop" is a top notch "Woody-Lite" picture.

The classical music score is an excellent compliment to the action on screen. Scarlett Johanson looks gorgeous in that bathing suit. Jackman is dashing. The cinematography glows. "Scoop" is wonderful escapist fare from start to finish. The last shot of the film alone is worth the admission price.

As I sat in the darkened theater, I thought to myself - this is poetry. This is the cinematic equivalent of a long beautiful poem. Never has a love story been so simply represented with so few words, but so much feeling.

I felt the images and emotions flow through me. An honest and unflinching, but at the same time lyrical and stylized depiction of love, and the clash of cultures.

An inspirational, enchanting, and incredible ride down a quiet river, rustling on the banks with joy, devotion, greed, jealousy, and the need to survive.

Malick has crafted such a fine piece of film-making that words downplay it's brilliance.

A masterpiece.