I've watched this film twice. A friend told me to check it out a few months ago. It intrigued me from the prologue-and Amy Le's haunting intro-and the performances are mesmerizing. The simplicity of the film (quiet sets, nothing flashy) allows you to focus on the story. And what a cool story (which is historically based but completely unknown) about a well-known historical figure and his mysterious death. Interwoven with fact and fiction, the film is nothing less than genius. A mystery with twist after twist, an authentic period piece with genuine performances, beautiful shots, and storytelling at its finest.
Well Done.
Well Done.