Finds a sprawling, vivid middle ground somewhere between documentary and myth.
50
Seattle Post-IntelligencerPaula Nechak
Seattle Post-IntelligencerPaula Nechak
While the film is technically polished and visually breathtaking, it lacks depth and becomes little more than a lawless fairy tale packed with pretty people.
50
San Francisco ChronicleMick LaSalle
San Francisco ChronicleMick LaSalle
A film one watches at an emotional remove, but from that distance there are sights and moments to appreciate.
50
Chicago ReaderJonathan Rosenbaum
Chicago ReaderJonathan Rosenbaum
I'm not sure how much has been gained in the updating.
50
L.A. WeeklyRon Stringer
L.A. WeeklyRon Stringer
Unfortunately, the innovations that attend this updating dilute the iconic weight of the original.