Interesting. I saw a trailer for this movie, not knowing what it was or what it might be based on, but it looked beautiful and interesting in its own right, though albeit in a very Chicago-esque sort of way, which is of little surprise since it is made by the same director. The title was my first tip off that perhaps it was, in fact, based on Fellini's 8 1/2. But I think I'll see it anyways and judge for myself. I think I can keep the two films separate enough that I will be able to enjoy this for what it was. It certainly looks MUCH better than the dreadful film remake of The Producers. *shudder*