One of the greats

Rating: 10/10 (15 February 2009)

There as been so much said about this classic movie that I doubt I can add much in the way of a review. However, I will express my thoughts, because I would still like to show my appreciation for this movie.
I am very appreciative, because CASABLANCA captivates, holds our interest and entertains from the first frame of the movie until the very last.
The script by Julius J. Epstein and Philip G. Epstein and Howard Koch is excellent, without a boring section in it. It develops the characters beautifully as the story progresses.
Michael Curtiz's direction is 100 percent. Curtiz knew just how much importance to give each scene, all the while keeping the "romance" part of the movie at the forefront.
The acting is perfect. Although I've heard of many actors being up for the part, I can't think of anyone being better suited for the male lead than Humphrey Bogart. Ingrid Bergman is just beautiful. She doesn't need to do much, because her eyes are so expressive.
The supporting cast consists of great actors, including Claude Rains.
Here is a movie that didn't have any elements of action or sex or real violence, or any of the benefits of digital effects, yet it shines masterfully.
It's no wonder that Casablanca has made it on most critic's top ten lists.