Absolutely magnificent in every way! I have great hopes for this Saga. It is truly the first time since Dances With Wolves that a movie of this caliber has moved me. It was smartly written, beautifully acted (even the children actors were fantastic) and produced. The cinematic scope is Oscar worthy. I loved the way it had so many interesting characters and different stories going on that ultimately were weaving their way towards each other. It was written in a way that made the audience have to put the puzzle pieces together. I think this will possibly be Kevin Costners greatest work. Bravo Kevin. You're making a movie that Hollywood no longer has time for. You're bringing back what we have craved.