Let's hear it for F. Scott Fitzgerald's short story: it's positively moving, and it's a definite winner!

Rating: 10/10 (3 January 2009)

Blanchette, Fincher, Pitt, Roth and a stellar cast make this film work. It is a masterpiece, spellbinding, and makes one really think about the miracle of life. It is a privilege, and we only go this way once.
I used to think that aging, and watching most of your family members and some of your friends die, and leaving you behind is one of the most sad things. And, yet, when I saw this film, Brad Pitt's character was getting younger, but he was still facing many of the same things-- in reverse.
The film left me with some very beautiful things. It's not about death. It's about life, and the fact that we have been touched by some truly charismatic, dynamic, and lovely people--in our journey through life.
Did I tell you the one about the fact I was struck by lightning seven times--and survived?!? Ah, the miracle of life! I rank this film a 10 out of 10. I don't know whether there will be Academy-award winners from this film, but I can only exclaim that this film is a definite winner for me. It touched every emotion, and there are some empowering lessons to be learned from this film. By all means, go see it. And, if possible, be with someone you love, share and pass-on the valuable moments you experience from this wonderful film!