I rented "Once" because I was a little down from a rough month and didn't want to see any action movies or what stands for comedies these days. I was disappointed with "I am Legend" and "3:10 to Yuma".
I was spellbound by "Once". It was simply amazing and then halfway through I started to realize they still could destroy the ending. It was perfect. I bought the soundtrack and the movie as soon as it was released for sale. 17 days and 130,000 dollars made a masterpiece.
Please give it a try.
Even my 13 year old said it was wonderful, so I think I will based on hers and your recommendation. I think its with the 19year old at college, so I may need to wait awhile!