Capote -- wonderful opening sequences

Rating: 8/10 (12 September 2005)

Overall, this is a good movie with some good acting moments and strong narrative. It was refreshing to watch the Capote character (wonderfully played by Philip Seymour Hoffman) come to life. In fact the opening sequences of the movie do a great job in setting the visual and period tone of the movie -- you quickly get a sense of societal views to blacks and gays in the 60s US. Very important given this is a historical piece that takes an in-depth look at the case and events leading to the writing of Capote's book, 'In Cold Blood'. It's told with suspense and holds the audience easily to the end.
There were allusions to a 'love story' between Capote and one of the characters. I would have liked to see this aspect of the story fleshed out a little more, but still, there was enough in it to make its point.
Overall, this was a good showing with a strong narrative, entertaining character interactions, and strong acting. I haven't read 'In Cold Blood', but for those who are interested in this, or of seeing a slice of Harper Lee's on the screen, this would be worth seeing.