FuzzyTagz If the ambition is to provide two hours of instantly forgettable, popcorn-munching escapism, it succeeds.

Siflutter It's easily one of the freshest, sharpest and most enjoyable films of this year.

Philippa All of these films share one commonality, that being a kind of emotional center that humanizes a cast of monsters.

Staci Frederick Blistering performances.

debrahnava-52496 As I write this, I may be going on the 10th time viewing Cold Mountain. I was watching another movie on Hulu/Showtime and it rolled over and it dodn't Have the heart to change it. This movie never gets old.., the characters so rich albeit beaten. To call it a war or romance movie - doesn't do it justice. It's a movie about humanity or more often the lack of it. It's about survival and redemption. The way all the smaller stories wind around the larger is brilliant. Some may think it's depressing and maybe they're right, but I think Cold Mountain presents life, and it's trial and tribulations. Sometimes we control what happens - most time we don't. If you haven't seen this beautiful movie - gorgeously acted - give it a chance with no preconceived notions. You will not be diappointed.

kristarrclingermcc I overall thought this movie did a wonderful job of bringing the past into the present. The actors did a good job in bringing the characters to life and I loved the more southern feel of the movie.

rickcast I am not a native of the southern U.S. But I know ugly Hollywood stereotyping, and insulting and frankly ignorant Southern characterizations are front and center in this movie. It was so annoying that I couldn't watch it more than 10 minutes. It's a disgrace to be called a drama; it's more of a dark comedy, but I couldn't laugh.

Davis P Cold mountain is a film that addresses big issues like romance, friendship and the harsh effects of war. It shows these things in a very open and raw way. The film's best thing that it has going for it is the excellent performances by the A list cast. Nicole Kidman is an extremely talented actress and she turns in a great performance as Ada. Jude Law also stars as Ada's love interest, even though he rarely shares the screen with Kidman, the majority of the film focuses on them living apart longing to see one another again. And that journey to return to each other is really what makes the romance great here. We also have Renee Zellweger. This is the performance that earned her an academy award. Zellweger is wonderful here, she plays a very blunt, country girl that helps out Ada with the farm. The movie's best acted moments are by Zellweger. She truly makes the viewer feel the raw emotion in her performance. The script is very well written. I love how it isn't melodramatic but it still manages to create emotion. Seeing these characters and the tragic events they go through will make you care deeply for them. But it isn't just that they go through junk, it's how they survive and the connections they have in one another. That's really what Cold Mountain is all about. It's about connections with people and learning how to keep going. 8/10. I recommend this one!