I have a habit of not reading too much about a film before watching, so I had very little idea about this one. Admittedly, it was quite a bit different than I'd anticipated! Not sure about the low ratings - wouldn't be surprised if people were thrown off by the subject matter. I thought it was beautifully shot and unique. American Beauty would be the obvious comparison, but it was less ornate and more raw while still maintaining a distinct mood and delivering top-notch performances.
