Initially when presented with this movie, I was not interested in seeing it. I usually like my movies to end happily, or at least as expected (sounds cliche even typing it...if it ends as expected why ever see a "new" movie?). Why the change of heart? I picked up the book at my local BAMM store (clearence, $3.97!) and began to read. I must say that thus far, as I have not finished it at this time, it is very good. It draws you in to Nathaniel's life as well as that of the reporter. You see sides of LA that are a bit hidden under the plushy exterior and bright lights. The movie does well in putting additional images to match the written words beyond what the reader imagines, but I didn't get as much of a connection to the characters in they way they were filmed and introduced. That said, it is still a touching film well worth at least one viewing.

This movie was very deep, somewhat sad, and had a great plot. If you want to see a well-acted out movie with a great meaning then this is a movie for you. The only thing I didn't like about it was that it got a little bit too slow for me at times. This movie is very similar to The Pursuit of Happiness with Will Smith if that gives you an idea of the synopsis. Robert Downy Jr. & Jamie Foxx are a great acting duo and I liked this movie a lot, go see it.

My wife works with this disability and she raved about how accurate this movie portrays this illness. I had my doubts, and am not a big fan of RDJ, but he was really good and Jamie Foxx played another great role!!

if you don't "respond" to this movie, you're dead inside. there are so many layers. but what makes it spectacular is the two actors.....it was RIVETING. they are beyond amazing. you walk away speechless. then you process what you have just experienced. AMAZING.

Well done. Well acted. Heart moving story. Should be an Academy Award contender. Would have liked a happier ending, but life isn't always happy.