Uncertainty abounds

Rating: Null/10 (10 May 2013)

The graduate is honestly a film I can relate to. Straight out of school Ben (Hoffman) is trying to figure out what to do with his life. He just wants to have a future that avoids the humdrum life of his parents,and forge his own path. Of course he is immediately led astray by the devious Mrs. Robinson (Bancroft), and this leads to a number of poor choices but Ben is able to free himself and does make his own way. Imagery throughout the film is amazing, perfectly depicting the summer at the end of school (did you decide what you're going to do with your life yet) and beautifully demonstrating the divide between the generations. The ending leaves us with nothing, just the two of them awkwardly glancing with uncertainty ahead. And thats a feeling I can relate to. Would recommend to anyone of college age.