This is one of those rare occasions when I'm nearly at a loss for words to describe a movie's quality to others. I see hundreds per year, in theaters no less. You'd think I'd be jaded by now and I suppose that would happen were it not for the distinct privilege it is to witness cinematic art in its highest form, as in this film. I care not a whit what critics think about a movie, since I sit in the dark just as they do. Although, I pay for my tickets. Perhaps that one little detail keeps me honest or at minimum, gives me the ?value? perspective of an average audience member. Orloff?s screenplay here is sure to get an Oscar nomination, as will Emmerich be nominated for his direction. The story is odd but the execution by the cast, the play itself, the camera work, everything about this film is superb. If you?re a true film fan you cannot miss this one. It won?t appeal to a broad audience because it's far too intelligent for most ?Scott Pilgrim? fans to grasp. See it.

They could have done much more with this, but mature film fans should see it. I'm a film fan but not knowledgable in the intracies of filmmaking. However, after years of watching the Oscars and seeing people win Best in the field of Film Editing, why do I think the problem is with the editing? Now I finally realize what editing means. The whole movie takes place in Elizabethan times, but there are flashbacks within Elizabethan times. The only time I know we're in the later years is when Queen Elizabeth is old, and the younger years when Queen Elizabeth is young. The rest of the characters are confusing. It took till the middle of this too-long film for me to realize that one of the main older male characters was the same young guy I just saw on the screen 10 minutes ago. The thing that kept me in my seat is that it's such an interesting and important mystery and the film makes you yearn to know more about it. Costume and set design are perfect.

Set in 16th century London, Anonymous is visually stunning, and worth seeing for that reason alone. I give it 3 stars. The movie revolves around the tumultuous events taking place at the end of Elizabeth I?s reign, incorporating a Shakespeare (who is the earl of Oxford) storyline. Such an approach is an enormous challenge due to the sheer volume of plot elements the story requires. The movie manages to pull it off. However, I wish it would have gotten more about what we know about the earl of Oxford right. For my complete review, go to: ***richardagemo.com.

Well directed, but it jumped back and forth in time, which made it hard to follow. Not for children. It is useful to learn a bit about the Essex Rebellion or England in Shakespeare's time before seeing the movie so you can understand the framework in which it is placed. it was so well made that I would enjoy watching it a second time. History buffs should really enjoy this.

Enjoyed the movie as pure fiction.