Dorathen Better Late Then Never

Roy Hart If you're interested in the topic at hand, you should just watch it and judge yourself because the reviews have gone very biased by people that didn't even watch it and just hate (or love) the creator. I liked it, it was well written, narrated, and directed and it was about a topic that interests me.

Mandeep Tyson The acting in this movie is really good.

Delight Yes, absolutely, there is fun to be had, as well as many, many things to go boom, all amid an atmospheric urban jungle.

skillswordfish Although I truly love watching this entire cast in other movies, I recorded this on my DVR for one reason only: Hiroyuki Sanada. And I'm so glad I did. A long time fan of Ivory/Merchant films, I expected a story to unfold beautifully and it definitely does here. It's soft, subtle, realistic, and warm. It's like spending an evening in front of a cozy fire with good company. Nothing is over acted, there's no fancy effects or crazy cinematography, just good, solid storytelling with an absolutely perfect cast. These are the films Hollywood should aspire to. I've had enough of 3D action and fantasy films for awhile. So please, watch this and remember why we fell in love with film.

Chrysanthepop One thing that has remained consistent in Merchant Ivory films is the elegance. They have a classy and stylish look which never feels overdone. 'The City of Your Final Destination' works in various way. It works as a mood piece, as a study of characters, a love story and a mystery. The film has a lyrical feel to it. The humour is subtle and welcoming as its timing is just right. The dialogues are poetic and the interactions between the characters are splendid. The character development is brilliant and the flourishment of the romance between Omar and Arden is delightful to watch.The Merchant Ivory team always had an eye for visuals. Each and every frame is exquisitely detailed. Javier Aguirresarobe's stunning cinematography captures the beauty of the Uruguayan landscape and interiors and wonderfully highlights each frame. The soundtrack is magic.The unique eclectic international ensemble is spellbinding. With actors like Anthony Hopkins, Norma Aleandro, Hiroyuki Sanada, Laura Linney, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Omar Metwally and Alexandra Maria Lara, could one ask for something better? Each and every one of them do a fantastic job.Merchant Ivory have created another classy gem. It's a shame that 'The City of Your Final Destination' received so little recognition. I wish films like this were made more often.

steven-222 Painfully dull, pretentious, and obtuse. James Ivory (with late partner Ismail Merchant) has made some great movies over the years; this is not among them. Indeed, as a longtime Merchant-Ivory fan, I'd have to say this is probably the weakest of his films I've seen, completely lacking the charm of "A Room With a View," or the depth of "Remains of the Day," or the bravura performances of "The Golden Bowl." Omar Metwally simply is not a strong enough actor to carry this movie; he's way out of his league with everyone around him (except poor wooden Charlotte Gainsbourg; when they share a scene the result is painful to watch.). I suspect the original novel was simply too precious to bring out Ivory's grand touch; an unfortunate choice of material.

Jay Harris This film is a pure delight. This was directed with his usual style by Jamea Ivory & written by Ruth Prawer Jhabwra (they previously created Remains of the Day and a few other classics). This drama with much humour was taken from the novel by Peter Cameron.The cast includes known performers such as Anthony Hopkins , Charlotte Gainsburrough,and Laura Linney, plus new faces from US & UK Television. Omar Metwally & Hiroyuki Samada.All the performances are first rate.Most of story takes place in Uraguay & the scenery is beautiful,As typical with good dramas that that have no car crashes ,violence & needless sex scenes. This had only a very short limited screen life in Apeil 2010.I highly recommend renting or maybe even buying this movie,it is that good a film.I did tone done my ratings, I have been known to rate some films higher, just because I liked them very much. See it & you probably will agree with me.Ratings: ***1/2 (out of 4) 95 points (out of 100) IMDb 9 (out or 10)