A Hollywood Masterpiece

Rating: 10/10 (31 December 2008)

A great film no, no, no a remarkable film from David Fincher(Director of Fight Club, Seven, and Zodiac if you happened to not know already)and Eric Roth(Writer of Forest Gump and Insider) and, although, this film strays far away from the original short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald, the film was still infused with Fitzgerald's philosophical awareness of America and its future, which was apparent in the final shot of Benjamin Button.
The story spans from the early 19th century to just about when Katrina hit New Orleans and with that it brings a presence that invokes lots of conflict and even more resolve. Benjamin, as everyone should know by now, ages backwards and is subjected to a life of turmoil. He joins the Navy in war time, has a fling, inherits a small fortune, falls in love, has a baby and then travels the world. Of course, there is more in between, but I'd rather not say because I wouldn't want to ruin the film for anyone. But I can say the shear beauty of this film both ellued and hypnotized me with the magnitude of its composition and range of its rhythmic pace. It was an utter breakthrough for Hollywood, not only because it will remain a memorable story but, also because of its its uniqueness in the garbage that's getting pulled through the mainstream.
And with that said and done, It was great treasure to watch and enjoy on opening day and I expect and recommend that every person watch this extraordinary film.
Jacob Reategui