A Classic for a Reason

Rating: 9/10 (26 April 2007)

I saw a show about the writing of this film before I ever even saw it. Besides that, I naturally has heard of it, about it, and praise for it millions of times. It is considered a classic by all. The seeing of the show about the writing made my 'need-to-see' at highest.
I was not disappointed. This film is beautiful. Not only is it amazing in it's beauty, but it's amazing in the fact that it really is a pointless film altogether- Yet it is definitely an undisputed classic in my mind forever now. I will probably buy the DVD.
It's the story of Scarlett O'Hara, a spoiled, selfish, and stuck-up girl in the South who finds herself caught in the middle of the Civil War. She spends her life yearning and doing whatever she has to in order to get whatever she wants. She lies, slaps, and acts like a promiscuous girl throughout- yet she never gives up. The one thing that may save her is Rhett Butler, a bad soul himself who loves her- and may be the best man for her.
Vivien Leigh gives one of history's greatest performance as Scarlett. She captures the character completely and does something even more impressive: She makes us feel for her. Then there's the incredible Clark Gable as Rhett, the secretly tormented man. He's brilliant, as usual. Of other particular notice is Olivia de Havilland as Scarlett's one true friend, Melanie. She is easily the most lovable character in the film. Just beautiful, providing an exact image of everything Scarlett could be.
Yes, it's amazing that this film is as well-liked as it is. Perhaps, though, it's not so surprising after all. It's a beautiful story about two people who are absolutely horrible, and yet will steal your heart every time. The story goes on for almost four hours, and it seems hopeless at times for Scarlett. Yet she keeps moving on. She never gives up. That's really what the movie is about. To quote: "Tomorrow is another day!" A classic, indeed! 9/10 stars!
Jay Addison