Stand Up Tall Mrs. Robinson! God in Heaven Smiles on Those Who Pray!

Rating: 10/10 (8 July 2011)

The Graduate from 1967 is a masterpiece in almost all aspects. It features a phenomenal cast including Dustin Hoffman, as Benjamin Braddock, a shy and nervous college graduate who is uncertain about his future. Anne Bancroft, as Mrs. Robinson. A business partner of Ben's father. And Katherine Ross as Elaine Robinson. The daughter of Mrs. Robinson who Ben falls in love with.
The film gradually starts as a simple comedy but then it becomes more deep into plot as trouble evolves. The basic story is about Ben Braddock, a recent college graduate who is seduced by Mrs. Robinson and they begin to have an affair. Then Ben goes out on a date with Elaine Robinson, Mrs. Robinson's daughter, much to Mrs. Robinson's annoyance. A relationship between Ben and Elaine blossom. But Mrs. Robinson does everything in her power to put a stop to the relationship.
The directing is incredible. This film won an "Oscar" for Best Directing, and it deserved it. The zooms are done very nicely and the camera angles are way ahead of its times. The film also features a soundtrack by Simon and Garfunkel. It's incredible. It's the best movie soundtrack I have ever heard. I bought the soundtrack. That's how good it is.
All in all, The Graduate is a great film. If you don't have it, than what are you reading my review for? Go out and get it, because its that good.