Not a masterpiece-but im not dening it as a good movie. I recently had the chance to see this movie. The beginning was a plot building very boring type of opening. But after the well explosion-it really picked up. It really shows these lives of egotistical oil men and hypocritical preacher. You will love the main character, you will be screaming at the TV at his every move. I cant deny the beautiful cineamotogrophy and the acting is simply beautiful. Flaws:Very sad,slow as hell 30 minutes,very political,very grown up. I personally thought the ending was funny,sad,and ended the crazy epic nicely. If you read the book, and are looking for a great Saturday night rental or maybe a bite check this movie out. Well i wont ruin the plot any more because this movie is long. Ill see you fans later. Bye!!!!!!!!!