This is my second time watching this film, and I have to say I appreciate it more than the first time, although that is partially because the first time I watched the cut-down US version (Damn it, Netflix). The added (or rather, restored) scenes really pull the movie together and in my opinion are integral to the movie.

It was an odd experience watching it this time, because I watched it with a group of friends and acquaintances. As the movie went on, they became more and more uncomfortable because of the relationship between Leon and Mathilda. By the end of the film, all of the girls gave it a thumbs down because "the acting was good, but the story was terrible!!!" and the guys gave it about a 5/10. Only two other guys gave it a full thumbs-up.

Of course, these are a lot of the same people that hated _Fight Club_.

So even though they tried to make me feel bad about picking this movie, I found a new appreciation for it. I find the character of Leon absolutely fascinating and complex, same with Mathilda. Their relationship is also very well done and I really love how it was handled, especially in the international version (most of this was cut out in the US version, so avoid that if you want to watch this movie).

The action is also a lot of fun and helps break up the more tender scenes. Overall, this is one of the better movies I have seen, and would recommend it to pretty much anyone who is interested in film. Some people might be turned off by the violence, but it is rated R for a reason.

"What do you mean, everyone?"

"**EVERYONE!**"