Magnolia is the story of several stories brought to one. And by that I don’t mean two or three, but really, several. First we have Frank T.J. Mackey, the self-proclaimed women expert and motivational speaker. Phil Parma, taking care of his cancer patient Earl Partridge. Linda Partridge, who can’t handle her dying husband and struggles with her addiction. And then there’s also a tv host, a game show star and a former game show star. I hope I didn’t miss any.. O, yeah, there’s a cop dealing with a dope addict, who he actually kinda likes.

In protest of Paul Thomas Anderson not winning any Oscars for 'There Will be Blood' last night (arguably it wasn't worth one either), here's one of his earlier, but best rated works. The film is not only directed, but also written by this brilliant filmmaker. As he once said himself: 'I guess the way that I really feel is that Magnolia is, for better or worse, the best movie I'll ever make.'

Very human and emotional, but always on the unusual or funny side. Nifty getting all stories together and supported by a very well performing cast -- even Cruise receives little complain. Accompanied by the sounds of Aimee Mann, this is indeed a project you'll probably only create once in a lifetime.

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