I am not usually one to enjoy big Hollywood productions starring tabloid movie stars in a film chock full of CGI. When my family wanted to go see The Curious Case of Benjamin Button last night, I was not happy and was expecting the worst.

But I have to admit in this case that I was wrong. The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is a great film. It is very engrossing with great storytelling and acting. And the CGI helps the story along but it doesn’t get in the way of the directing and storytelling.

Brad Pitt plays the part well. It is his part of a lifetime. I forgot about him as a movie star in this part. He is Benjamin Button and NOT a heartthrob who plays the same part in every film. Well done all around.

The film is long but well edited and a very good holiday film for the family to see.