Marie Antoinette - 2006 Film

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So we rented Marie Antoinette last night and I am struggling to find a single positive thing to say about this movie. The film is visually stunning and was shot on location in Versailles, but beyond that it was one of those films where my mind screams afterwards "I want those two hours of my life back!!!!!" I found the storyline to be flat, nor anything redeeming about the lead character (and I believe that was the vision of writer/director Sofia Coppola). I am not certain about the historical accuracy, but the cheesy 80's soundtrack did nothing to set the atmosphere or the mood. Right down to the pink font ala' Sid & Nancy used to introduce the film's title, I felt like I was being set up to watch a B movie not a sweeping historical epic as was promised. Marie Antoinette has received an Oscar nomination along with another 6 award wins & 9 nominations. Apparently someone liked this wretched film. Don't read any farther if you do not want a big spoiler! Too be honest, and quite frank by the end of the two hours I felt quite ripped off that this dreadful movie did not end with the execution by beheading of the two lead characters, which at that point I was greatly wishing for! Anyone else feel the same about this movie? Or am I alone on this?