He did it his way

Rating: 9/10 (19 February 2005)

Hughes did it all HIS way and look where it got him. Leo, in his best performance since Gilbert Grape, does a great job of recreating one of America's great whack jobs when he was in his prime. In Martin Scorcese's best film in more than 2 decades the fast times and tragedy are recreated amazingly well. A sure fire choice for best picture. And another note--Cate Blanchet is amazing as Kate Hepburn, under Marty's steady eye she never steals the movie but more than shows her worth. Right in the center of the film is a moment in film I will never forget. That epic one-man plane crash is one of the most stunning sights I've ever seen on film.