I'm torn about this movie. As a story it's a bit muddled, but that's more on Cormac McCarthy (the author of the novel) since the Coens follow the novel's plot exactly.

But other than the plot, I found all other aspects superb. Visually it's stunning. The cinematography is damn near perfect in capturing the isolation of the small towns that the movie takes place in. The dialogue is superb as per usual with Coen Brothers written films. I'd also have to disagree with Dreddz and say that the acting was superb all around. Javier Bardem is already considered by many to be the shoo-in for the best supporting actor Oscar. His performance is almost to the level of Hannibal Lecter villainy. All the other parts were also played well in my view.

Really you either love it or hate it. Of the group I went with, some left mesmerized and some left wanting their money back.