Don Quixote

This ambitious film attempts to bridge the gap between the classic novel and modern filmmaking. It interweaves the story of a young advertising executive who is tasked with making a commercial for a new lager, which leads him on a journey to find the real Don Quixote, with the timeless tale of the Knight of the Sorrowful Countenance. As he delves deeper into the world of his protagonist, his own reality begins to blur.

The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who found its ambitious narrative structure and attempts to blend the classic with the contemporary to be largely unsuccessful. While some appreciated the visual style and the performances, many felt the story was convoluted and failed to capture the spirit of Cervantes' original work.

• Praised for its visual ambition and unique approach to a classic tale.

• Criticized for a confusing narrative structure that fails to connect its modern and classic elements.

• Performances were sometimes highlighted, but often overshadowed by the film's structural issues.

Google audience: Audience reviews were divided, with some appreciating the artistic attempts and unique interpretation of the classic story, while others found the plot muddled and difficult to follow. The film's blend of disparate narratives was a common point of contention.

The film was originally conceived as a companion piece to Andrei Konchalovsky's 2010 film 'The Nutcracker in 3D', though the two films are distinct in their narrative and theme.