Many good impressions about the movie. I think my favorite moment is when they cruise through the killing grounds of the Reavers, and Jayne is hugging his gun like a child's blankie while pacing back and forth. This man is scared of nothing, except these monsters.

Whedon shows remarkable economy in his dialog, as many statements have double or hidden meanings, such the Operative's words about innocent people dying in the skies above. Mal did not say it outright, but many of those innocents were Reavers, perverted by their own government. The same with Zoe's comment that "She's torn up, but she'll fly true." This was as much about her as it was about the ship.

I could go on. I've read the shooting script, and I'm glad the role of editor still exists, as many small scenes and phrases ended up being chopped, all for the better. My biggest gripe is the whole Mr. Universe thing. Sure, there's a broadband send button just waiting to deliver the message. Huh? A crazy, but probably necessary plot device to add tension and wrap up the story.