Oscar worthy

I really enjoyed watching this movie. If you've heard about this movie, you've probably heard that it is a fairy tale. It is in a sense, but it isn't one that you will want to bring your kids to watch. The movie is rated are for a reason; it is very graphic at times. If your stomach turns at watching graphic violence, you may want to skip this movie.

After saying that, I will say that this has a great story that grabs you and won't let you go until it ends. It ebbs and flows in and out of the fantasy world and the horror of war. The main character is a girl who is trying to make sense of her new stepfather and the life that has been thrust upon her. The fairy tale shows you a way in which she tries to cope with this situation that she doesn't want.

This movie is subtitled so you will have to read as you watch the movie. The film has very well done special effects that really add to the dark tone to the movie. Don't go into this movie thinking that this is a Disney movie where everyone lives happily ever after. This movie is powerful and is full of emotions. You won't feel you've wasted your hard earned money when you leave the theater after watching this one.

Flash

9/10