95 - Don Juan DeMarco

    A young man, claiming to be the legendary Don Juan, is placed in a mental institution after a suicidal act.  He shares his story with his psychiatrist, who is influenced to liven up his marriage.

    This movie never got the praise I think it deserved.  The script is excellent, the direction is solid, and the photography is fantastic, especially during the fantasy sequences in Mexico.  There are a few awkward edits, but they aren't horrible, just minor continuity things.
    To be honest, I've never cared for Brando.  I've seen him in On The Waterfront, Superman, and The Island of Dr. Moreau.  He's never stood out to me.  He mumbles a lot.  He's not especially convincing.
    There's a massive dose of charm supporting this movie.  It's hard to feel anything bad about Depp's lead, and his influence on Brando's psychiatrist is wonderful.

    The message of the movie is primarily that love is the most important thing, and that there's no good reason to settle into a routine.  The idolatry of women is also a recurring theme, which is covered nicely.
    I'm curious about how the ideas in this resonate with women.