I watched this movie because it had been nominated for Best Picture for the 2013 Oscars. I was bitterly disappointed. The story is not particularly enjoyable, and it is filmed in a way that feels like you are watching a home video. The cinematography is not beautiful in any way. The story didn't have much of a plot to speak of, and I really didn't get it. This movie is only going to appeal to a very narrow audience that happens to enjoy the art film genre. Don't go into this with your expectations set too high. I have rarely been this disappointed in a Best Picture selection.