A classic of all classics

Rating: 10/10 (1 November 2004)

A scholar (Dustin Hoffman) returns to his suburban middle class home after completing his academic studies much to the admiration of family and friends. However, now out of education, he no longer wants to be the golden boy who can do no wrong, instead, he contemplates his future while endlessly lounging by the pool, drinking beer and more importantly sleeping with Mrs Robinson the wife of one of his parents friends.
This film is wonderful, it has everything a classic needs, excellent acting, superb dialogue, a unique style and fine music. Hoffman's character appeals to the rebellious streak in all of us, that of turning our back on responsibility and throwing caution to the wind.
Anne Bancroft is extremely good as Mrs Robinson, flaunting her sexuality to an 'innocent' inexperienced young man. In addition Elaine Robinson is played very well by Katherine Ross who looks extremely beautiful on screen.
Great movie, which I will never grow bored of no matter how many times I see it!