Warren’s review published on Letterboxd:
I don't remember being aware of this movie when it came out. I honestly didn't realize that Ang Lee directed English-language films before Brokeback Mountain, but it looks like he has predominantly directed English-language films. I picked this one up blindly because it was a Criterion disc for $5. How often do you see that when it's not Royal Tenenbaums or Armageddon? Not often.
There are a lot of interwoven conflicts in here, the most compelling of which belonged to Christina Ricci and Joan Allen's characters, I thought. There were some really good "pregnant silence" moments in here. And while I don't foresee a repeat viewing for myself, I enjoyed experiencing it. Some enjoyment was due in no small part to looking at the younger cast members at that stage in their careers.
I should add that visually, the film was really nice. I loved all of those shots of the icy branches, and the accompanying tinkling sound in the track.