I went and saw “Australia” last night!

My girlfriend Lisa and I went last night and saw Australia. We weren’t sure we could make it through a nearly 3 hour movie at 9:30 last night (we’re old, remember?) but we hit Starbucks, and went for it. And I am so glad we did. I loved Australia so much more than I thought I would. Even as the movie started, I wasn’t sure if it was something I would like. It was very Baz Luhrmann, and so some of it seemed really cheesy to me. But as the movie went on, I just fell more and more in love with it – and the story.

And then you get sucked into the movie, the characters and love story. Wow! Baz definitely hit it out of the ballpark with this one. I loved it so much. I love a good cry, and let me tell you – there are several good cries in this movie. It is the most beautiful story – and beautiful movie to watch. I don’t think the movie would be as good at home – I think you should see it in a theater to really appreciate the beautiful cinematography.

Let’s just say that Hugh Jackman is one sexy beast. Dang, he was hot in this movie!! Nicole Kidman usually annoys me, but – wow, she was really amazing in this movie. You could tell this movie was a labor of love for everyone involved. The star of the movie had to be thirteen year old Brandon Walters. He played the young Aboriginal boy. Every time he says “I’ll sing you to me” there were tears all around.

I love me an epic movie. I have always loved the classic love/war story. I think this movie accomplished what Pearl Harbor could not. When the movie was over, Lisa and I couldn’t get over how amazing it was. It’s such a good feeling to pay for a movie ($9.50!) and actually have it be worth it. It was worth the 1:00am bed time. I’m a bit tired this morning, but I’m so glad I saw the movie. It was unbelievable.

I’ve heard some people say the movie is too long, but honestly, I can’t imagine a thing they could take out! I feel like it was all necessary! And I loved every minute, so I’d hate to see anything cut.

Bottom line – I loved it! I think you should see it quickly – it may be on it’s way out of theaters as we speak!

Jocelyn