There is a lot to be said for it

Rating: 10/10 (5 July 2000)

"There is a lot to be said for it" is a song by the Sparks who really make fun of it, continuing "but I don't know what..." I certainly do. It is quite simple. GWTW is the best film ever made by any serious and sensible criteria. Magnificent story, wonderful acting, especially Leigh (although she was clearly miscast, since the book said Scarlett was not beautiful - only joking), great music etc. It is amazing that you can watch it again and again feeling just poor delight. You never have the feeling of being confronted with a piece of art. Although it clearly is the highest art. It makes me sad to hear that people do not like it. It is something I should accept but I really cannot. Especially if looking back after sixty years it is denounced as politically incorrect. As a guest present to the first alien race we will meet someday what do we choose? Festen? Independence Day? Taxi Driver? GWTW would be perfect. One more thing: Except maybe for Name of the Rose there is not a better transition of a book to the big screen.
GWTW is only my second favorite, but whereas I could easily accept it if someone does not care much for my favorite (To be or not to be) I certainly cannot take seriously anyone who will not include GWTW in his Top 10.