Aronofsky's "Black Swan" movie review

I reluctantly saw this movie a few weeks ago versus waiting for the DVD, and I have to say that I enjoyed it. Some parts were corny, some funny and others a pleasant surprise. I come from the perspective that most movies are mediocre to poor so when a particular character(s) or scene(s) keeps me interested in what's happening, I'm happy. It is certainly not the best film I've ever seen nor the worst. I just allowed myself to roll with the good and overlook the not so good. I was impressed with Natalie Portman, Mila Kunis and the crazy mother, Barbara Hershey. I didn't think the artistic director, Vincent Cassel, was all that bad either, plus he's French.

I am a fan of the concentration and skill involved in the acting craft, which has almost nothing to do with the plot or storyline. For me, if the actor sells it right, I'll buy it but, of course, it's all subjective. I totally love(d) "ER","Grey's Anatomy,""Private Practice," and the like even though my 22 years of experience working as either a military medic, CNA, RN, and/or medical student have significantly paled in comparison. I can only dream of working w/a bunch of studly, attractive and oversexed doctors or with all the ridiculous drama. My world mostly consists of sick, demented, or drug-seeking people, stressed-out staff, the occasional crazy narcissistic doctor and lots of different body fluids and bad smells.

Peace out,
C