I have never considered myself as having a particular, special sense or ability to "see" things that are not obvious to most others. but, I know few people who actually even liked the film, much less are supportive of the depth to which I embrace the story and film.
Interestingly, though, the very first time I screened the film, my reaction was luke warm. In the hours afterward, I thought much about the main theme and a few interesting scenes, and upon such deep thought, decided to screen the film again. The second viewing was like an explosion of meaning that had not emerged as clearly as the first time. My third and subsequent viewings only added to the intense appreciation for all the was BBM.
Most people sample quickly and move on; a film like this needs study, commitment, involvement, and a desire to understand all the nuances and meanings. It is a thinking-persons film; not to denigrate anyone by this point, but most film goers want mindless or semi-mindless entertainment. BBM would not even fall in my category of "entertainment", rather a inner study of human desires and frailties that is often not found outside academic, religious, or spiritualist arenas.
