Scorsese's Take On Dreams

Rating: 9/10 (16 January 2009)

This is a story about the mind and life about billionaire mogul Howard Hughes.
I just want to say: what a film. The movie is long, as it should be and I sincerely loved Leo's performance. I believe he truly had the mannerisms and technique nailed. Gwen Stefani had a small role as Jean Harlow. She came and went. The one who actually surprised me most in this one was Kate Beckinsale who portrayed the voluptuous Ave Gardner. Her intensity made her scenes captivating to watch.
This is must see for anyone with a mind for dreams. I believe Howard Hughes created a whole other planet with his vision, his mind and ideas. Cate Blanchett was the hilarious staccato Katherine Hepburn. She did a swell job on the role although I felt it was a tad too compelled maybe (the Oscar was slightly predictable). Director Martin Scorsese fills the watcher with passion and as I see more of his movies, I do believe he is the master of his unique craft. Truly stunning and the pictures were elaborate to the eye with just a hint of sexually. The plane crash scene was just extraordinary. I almost forget I was watching a movie. Of course given with the nature of the subject. The end will scare you a little. DiCaprio hit the repetitive mark hard and it shook me.