First things first: curb your expectations. The rumours that Paul Thomas Anderson has made one of the best films of the 21st century are, y’know, ever so slightly exaggerated.
However, the man who has already made one of the best films of the 21st century (There Will be Blood) has directed the coolest, most consummately masterful movie you’re likely to see all year. And its got Oscars glory just oozing out of every frame.