Powerful, shocking, and with the best performance of the past decade, one thing is true - Capote is a true masterpiece.

Rating: 10/10 (11 October 2006)

This film is more than just a film - it is art. Any old moron can just throw together some epic budget and fancy effects and make a ton at the box office, but very few people can depict the life of a supposedly friendly, yet emotionally decayed writer, in a way that makes us feel strongly about him, and actually strips away the glamour and looks into the more shameful and difficult times in his life. But not so famous director and screenwriter have done it in a way that beats Spielberg and co. hands down and makes us wonder - whose side are you on in this film? Capote is a real 10/10 film in every way - the absolutely amazing screenplay, the emotionally charged directing, the turning of boring old research into a beautiful film, and on top of all, the terrific central performance from Philip Seymour Hoffman, that I hope shall be the highlight of this decade.
Schindler's List was moving, but Liam Neeson's performance never came from the heart, and mostly made him out to be a gruff businessman who did one great deed in his life. But Philip Seymour Hoffman's performance was absolutely flawless - he was a man of many faces, a flamboyant appearance and style, and a man whose emotions you really didn't know. Mr. Hoffman's performance was perhaps the best deserved Oscar of the past ten years, and shows his real interest in his role and also to let everyone know the truth about a man who is one of America's most famous authors. This film tackles a controversial issue with grace and confidence.
All I can say about this film is that it was a breathtaking experience. Everyone will find it powerful and moving, and you will see a performance that will not be equalled this year, next year, or in 2008 for that matter. Capote is an absolutely corking film - not to be missed. On top of that, it recreates the 1950s/60s era very well. An absolute bravo to director Bennett Miller, screenwriter Dan Futterman, Truman Capote's true clone Philip Seymour Hoffman and all the supporting cast - your achievements shall not be forgotten. Brilliant! 10/10