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(1/27/06 12:15 pm)

The New World (2005)

Terrence Mallick's new film is everything one might expect from him. The pacing is slow and hypnotic, shots last longer than most directors would bother with, and there is a lush atmosphere throughout. Apparently this film was cut 15 minutes by Mallick for it's widespread release, and no one seems to be able to tell. The film might not have the majestic sweep of the Thin Red Line, or the longing of Days of Heaven, but it has something else. There is a social current to this picture generally unseen in Mallick's other movies. And the acting is top notch, perhaps Collin Farrell can rebound from the nose dive he took in Alexander. Although for continuity purposes I wonder if John Smith had tattooes. I'd like to get a full review of this, but it's been almost a week since I've seen it.