I love this movie. One of maybe three films I consider a masterpiece. I have read many reviews, though, where the reviewer seems to think the ending is an over-the-top, sell-out happy ending. I disagree. I think it's a great ending, but it's not as clear-cut as some people assume. I won't give it away for anyone who hasn't seen it, but in the very last shot which shows Henry running along an airport runway, watch it carefully: It is not made clear from the background of the shot which direction he is running, whether he's running *away* from something or *towards* it---which I love, because it leaves it up to the audience to decide for themselves what direction he's running in. I don't think it really matters either way; the point is that Henry has made a decision, and he's not just running with it, he's embracing it with all of his being. That's my interpretation of the ending---and I love it. I wonder if Hal Hartley did this on purpose (if so, it's brilliant), and I wonder if anyone else has noticed this.
Also, the score, like everything about this movie, is subtle but powerful.
Also, the score, like everything about this movie, is subtle but powerful.