How Great is Gatsby?

The talked-up film “The Great Gatsby” finally was released in Australia on the 30^th of May.  Originally based on the book written by F. Scott Fitzgerald, brings the classic into the light of a new generation. 

Irony is part of the foundation of the film; the American Dream is based on the fact that money equals happiness, however even with the impressive house and lavish parties, Gatsby is still not satisfied. This leads him to pursue his forever longing dream, Daisy.

The relationship between Gatsby and Daisy leaves the audience yearning for the happy ending to Gatsby’s hard life. Fitzgerald has romance as the main basis of the film to make it more contemplate and heartfelt ultimately engaging the audience. Leonardo did a great job of capturing the essence of the title character, with his introduction to the screen making every girl swoon. 

Take a moment during the movie to appreciate the colours of the movie. The vivid picturesque sets, filled with colours Baz Luhrmann creates, makes you stare at the screen with wonderment. Luhrmann’s director skills were evident and as everything appears to be ‘zooming in’. 

The soundtrack creates another aspect to the movie, featuring a wide range of renowned artists such as Jay Z, Beyonce, Sia, Gotye and more.  Some may argue and say the genre of rap music doesn’t belong in a movie set in the 1920’s, but the iconic rapper makes some key references to the movie such as “yellow cars”.

I would recommend reading the book, as you will have more understanding of the story line and will find ‘insignificant’ parts in the movie, more intense.   Set to be one of the best movies of 2013, I couldn’t agree more.