The buzz around this film—the conflicting opinions and references to the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel—completely passed me by, and honestly, that’s probably for the best. I did find myself enjoying the movie, even if it won't be appearing on a personal “best of” list anytime soon. The narrative unfolds through jumps in time, which lets the filmmakers strategically delay revealing important or significant plot points. This approach felt groundbreaking when I first saw *Pulp Fiction*, but now many films use non-linear storytelling. (*Citizen Kane* certainly hinted at this technique—what exactly does “Rosebud” signify?) I’m okay with things taking time to become clear, and while the movie feels scattered, both in terms of location and plot progression, I didn't mind it. Occasionally, I appreciate a film that challenges me to focus. Considering how intensely some of the negative reviews have been written, I might consider reading the novel, but it’s quite lengthy, as is my current pile of books! If you're not someone who tends to dislike adaptations of beloved books, then I would suggest watching this—just relax and let it play out. One last thought: I really like the Boris character; he appears in a few scenes. Where’s *his* movie? Perhaps he has a bigger role in the book. Okay, that goes on my reading list too.

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