Natalie Portman delivers a bravura performance.
It is one of the most magnificent portrayals I have seen on the big screen in a long time.

The movie has flaws in some areas but not when it comes to Portman's acting. I wanted to jump out of my skin when the movie reached its climax. I burst into applause at the end - I can't think of the last time i did that in the theater.

The Oscar is coming.