The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is a hard film to review. On the one hand, it's gorgeously shot, with a sprawling scope, fantastic actors working with amazing aging effects, and a love story tinged with wonder and wistfulness. On the other hand, two hours and 45 minutes later, what the hell was it about?

Following the intense drama No Country for Old Men, the Coen Brothers return to their sweet spot -- deadpan black comedies about losers.