Americana at its best

Rating: 9/10 (29 April 2004)

Casablanca is the epitome of `Americana' films. You have to lost lovers, the tough guy persona, and Humphrey Bogart. There is nothing in this movie that this reviewer doesn't like.
One of the most highly used story lines is in this movie, the lost lovers. A perfect romance spoiled for some reason. This was the story in Casablanca. Rick, played by Humphrey Bogart, and Isla, played by Ingrid Bergman are these two characters. They could not have picked a better duo for this movie. The chemistry between Bogart, and Bergman was fantastic. Because they worked so well together, it made the story very realistic.
This movie also includes the `tough guy.' Bogart's character, Rick, is the ultimate example of this. The best way to describe him is using one of his quotes from the movie, he sticks his head out for nobody. He also never drinks with his customers, which shows his detachment from others.
Last, but not least, this movie's star is Humphrey Bogart. This man is Americana. He is looked upon by many Americans as `the epitome of cool.' Although he is not an incredibly attractive man, his presence makes many people love him.
This review gives this movie a 9/10. It is a movie that many people would enjoy. Casablanca is not recommended for children, simply because they may not understand the movie.