This movie or better it's premise is completely dependent on it's actors. If they wouldn't deliver, the movie would fall apart. Just because it does not have the strength of a complex story and is character driven.
But if you see it as an character driven story, as you should, then you will be amazed by the two lead players (and Geoffrey Rush). I wasn't so sure about Heath Ledger, because of his teen comedy past, but this guy can act. If you don't believe that, watch this movie! And sure enough, he will leave his mark on the Batman franchise too (the upcoming Dark Knight Sequel).
But be also aware of the fact, that this is a drama about drug addicts. If you cannot cope with that, don't watch the movie!
But if you see it as an character driven story, as you should, then you will be amazed by the two lead players (and Geoffrey Rush). I wasn't so sure about Heath Ledger, because of his teen comedy past, but this guy can act. If you don't believe that, watch this movie! And sure enough, he will leave his mark on the Batman franchise too (the upcoming Dark Knight Sequel).
But be also aware of the fact, that this is a drama about drug addicts. If you cannot cope with that, don't watch the movie!