Powerful

Highly Overrated But Still Good

Let me be very fair here, this is not the best movie in my opinion. But, this movie is fun, it has purpose and is very enjoyable to watch.

By the time the dramatic fireworks start popping off, each one feels earned.

i heard of the movie by chance and caught it while it played (it was only here for a week). i had to go by myself because no one else would go with me. but i did, and i'm glad i did. what an amazing movie. it moved me in ways i never believed possible. i went because of don. i knew little of the plot. an old couple left mid-way through the movie. why? it was hard to watch. it was a hard concept to swallow. i cared about the characters from the start. when the sister reacted to her brother's news of his infection it hit me harder than a bus could have. that's the reaction i would have had. it was a hard topic to deal with, but it was done so properly and it ws very beautiful. the acting, the filming, the writing, it drew emotion out of people.it really is a must see. i can't wait for it to be released for home-viewing. bravo

Congratulations to everyone who worked on this film! It is an immensely powerful movie that left me speechless. I had the opportunity to see this film at the Tampa International Gay and Lesbian Film Festival on Wednesday, October 8. Most of the audience was reduced to tears, as the story played out. Parker Posey and Olympia Dukakis gave stunning performances, and it is a crime that they will be not recognized by any award committees. Thank you to the filmmakers for creating such a cinematic triumph and for treating the subject with sensitivity and understanding. I recommend this movie to anyone who has ever seen a loved one suffer with an illness.

Addresses some important issues like assisted suicide. Some powerful scenes, but no overly likable characters. Slow moving and dreary. I know it wasn't meant to be carry a cheerful atmosphere, but it was just too bland. Not a film that would appeal to the brainwashed, general population of puppets who make most Hollywood films as popular and high grossing as they are. However, could have brought a little more to the table for the rest of the viewing audience as well. Not bad, but far from great.4/10

I just got home from seeing this at the 2003 San Francisco ILGFF. It is an extremely powerful movie by the director of The Hanging Garden and Beefcake. There are some familiar faces like Olympia Dukakis, Parker Posey, and Jane Leeves (Frasier's Daphne Moon). The Event shows many different sides of the issue and does not impose an opinion on you. You will leave the theater discussing the issues and characters with your friends. And that's the mark of a good movie. I don't want to spoil it, just go see it!