
I loved it. The visuals of the Yucatan jungles and the Mayan city are beautiful. I really got into the characters, even the villains. The real meat of the movie is the chase, which is SWEEEET. The 50 minute sprint through the trees conveys a real sense of speed and never lets you blink.
There is a fair amount of gore, which may turn off the squeamish. Also, it has been mentioned there are historical inaccuracies and anachronisms, but even if you notice (I didn't) it won't hinder your enjoyment of the movie. Overall, it's exciting, engaging and beautiful. Go see it.
Also from Wikipedia: (same link as above)
The title Apocalypto is a Greek verb meaning "I reveal". The word "Apocalypse, which means "Revelation," is derived from this Greek verb, but the movie is not overtly religiously themed or connected to the biblical
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