Abre Los Ojos (1997)

There's nothing more painful than living an idyllic dream only to wake up to the austere reality of the actual world. In Abre Los Ojos, Cesar has it all (i.e. Penelope Cruz). That is, until his vengeful ex shatters his perfect world. Living in a manufactured dream world, Cesar ultimately chooses to "open his eyes" to reality, rather than living a lie. Certainly more worth your time than Cameron Crowe's remake Vanilla Sky, which is an admirable albeit misguided departure from his standard rom-com fare. Expect to see Vanilla Sky on the top ten list for ugliest faces in film, which we'll write up next time Owen Wilson's nose makes a movie.
- By Zachary Goldbaum / Source: Filmjabber.com