The Graduate (1967)

Rating: 9/10 (13 May 2011)

I absolutely enjoyed this film. I found that it definitely took advantage of the "New Hollywood" era where films were allowed to show things that were previously unacceptable due to the Hayes Code. I thought the acting was great - Ben played a lost and naive college graduate extremely well. The scene where Ben is in scuba diving gear and almost forced into the water by his parents is memorable and somewhat easy to relate to. It reinforces the fact that at that age we are so confused and unsure of our future, yet still rely on our parents for advice and guidance. The music is probably one of the most effective parts of the film especially for it's time. Simon and Garfunkel do an excellent job depicting the character's as well as the story's mood.