I was pointed to this film by a few friends who told me it was my type of
movie.  Now, I enjoy many genres of movies, so I wasn't sure what to expect.
Then I hear about some giant rabbit... so I'm thinking, "B-Movie, here I
come."  But, it is not a B-movie.  It's a bizarre, edgy, and interesting art
film (which does happen to have a demonic looking giant rabbit).  Donnie
Darko is a high school student plagued with problems, for which he's taking
medications and is in therapy.  Some strange events take place in his life,
possibly in real life, possibly in dreams, possibly in different
dimensions...  most of the time, you're not sure what's happening - or
what's going to happen.  But you're dying to find out.  The performances are
great, as is the look of the film.  The camera angles & movements are very
effective, and the settings and imagery are beautiful.  But it's the series
of events that happen in this movie which will keep you glued to the seat.
I recommend you see this movie with some friends, as it will definitely
cause some discussion and dissection of the film.  It raises many questions,
and not all are answered.
 
 
 
 
 

Quality: 6.5  Visuals: 7.0  Intensity: 6.5 
OVERALL RATING: 6.7