Fanciful, disturbing, and wildly original, it announces the arrival of a fresh, bold voice in American cinema.

There's a good chance the film will make you laugh out loud, but if it doesn't, there's an even better chance it will make you openly sob.

The movie is surprisingly subdued in its pacing, its characterizations, and its go-for-broke sensibilities.

The film's masterful storytelling did its job. The message was clear. No need to overdo.