The Great Gatsby
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Movie Reviews of The Great Gatsby
Movie Review: Elle Goozdich review
Summary: 5 Stars
ElleGoozdich
I really enjoyed watching the Great Gatsby, especially after finishing the book first. Reading the book helped me to first picture each character my way and interpret Fitzgerald's writing on my own. Watching the movie, then, showed me a different perspective. I, for instance, had pictured Daisy to be much different than she was depicted in the movie...I had assumed that she was a little more down-to-earth than she was made out to be. However, I thought that Robert Redford played the perfect Gatsby, and Nick and Tom were also just how I'd imagined.
The scenery and costumes in the movie were also extremely ornate--I loved all of the detail and the thrill of the 1920's. The party scene was my favorite, where everyone dances in Gatsby's backyard dressed in Flapper outfits with short, perfectly waved hair.
I feel that watching the movie did have several advantages, but I did like the book much better, as the book kept me constantly guessing and felt more realistic than seeing it acted out. All in all The Great Gatsby was a good experience and I would recommend the book and movie to anyone--in that order.
Movie Review: A wonderfully enjoyable film for "The Great Gatsby" fans.
Summary: 5 Stars
I'm not sure why there are some people who don't seem to have enjoyed this film
I absolutely loved it.
I first had the chance to see it in my english class back in 2004 during my junior year of high school.
I fell head over heels for the party scenes and the delightful music.
In my opinion, Gatsby's parties are the heart of this book.
For it is due to these parties that he is constantly throwing that turn him into a renowned figure among the populous of long island sound.
It was at these parties that people began to speculate about his mysterious nature.
It was at one of his parties where Gatsby meets Jordan and finds a way in to Daisy's life.
I loved the portrayal of Daisy and Jordan specifically.
I just love almost everything about this movie.
I felt this film was pretty true to the book as well in terms of character.
I wish i was a lot more articulate so that i can better defend this movie but i will just have to end this review with my stamp of approval.
Great flick.
Movie Review: They just don't make movies like this any more!
Summary: 5 Stars
Frankly, I am amazed that the reviews for this exceptional movie version of F. Scott Fitzergerald's masterpiece novel didn't receive 5 stars across the board. The movie depicted his story so well, not like so many where I've had to say: "The book was a lot better than the movie." In this case, however, the movie actually enhanced the book's greatness. Robert Redford, Mia Farrow, Lois Chiles, Bruce Dern, Karen Black & Scott Wilson were at their best acting performance and Sam Waterson was ideal as narrator. What more can I say? Perfect casting! Perfect settings! Perfect musical score! The costumes & dress were especially appropriate for the time period making me feel like I was right there among those reveling in the glory of the glamorous roaring 20s. Oh, to have another great movie like this come out in today's world where unfortunately, explicit sex and gross language are the norm.Movie Review: Yes! The soundtrack is back!
Summary: 5 Stars
Years ago, in the VHS days, I rented this movie and was extremely disappointed that all of the music had been altered. Indeed, best musical score and best costume design were the two Academy Awards given for this film. The music simply made the movie in my opinion.
Although there are no extras on this DVD, the visual quality is good, and I'm just glad that the dispute over the musical score was resolved. Nelson Riddle's musical masterpieces are back and a pleasure to listen to. I remember that the soundtrack was released back in the 1970's on 8-track tape. Now, if we could just get a CD of the soundtrack released, all would be well regarding this wonderful movie.
Movie Review: Better than the Book
Summary: 5 Stars
I loved this film. It just seemed perfect in every way... the cinematography and integration of visuals, musical score (DVD--Nelson Riddle), narration, sets, costuming, casting. And it was tremendously moving and brought out the sociological themes as well as the theme of Gatsby's hopelessly romantic nature. Fitzgerald just hated that rich guys could buy the most desirable (though empty) girls. I commented to a friend that I was surprised that an American director could make such a powerful, intelligent film. Then I found out the director was British. That explains it!