The Great Gatsby: An Even Greater Motion Picture.

Rating: 9/10 (9 July 2013)

'The Great Gatsby' is a new motion picture based on the Fitzgerald's work. It sketches scenarios from the 20s in combination with modern day technology and music, keeping the movie far from becoming static or dull. The over the top, extraordinary situations are easily accepted by the viewers and are very humorous. A great build-up of curiosity is created in the first part of the film, by leaving out the mysterious Mr. Gatsby, though constantly mentioning his name. This concealment keeps hold of the viewer's gaze, while feeding them with the extravagance and fascinating lifestyle of the rich.
Mr. Gatsby is played by Leonardo Dicario, who has no problem with shifting from the amazing Gatsby to a more desperate Gatsby, wanting nothing more than relive his happiness with his beloved Daisy (Carey Mulligan). DiCaprio's opposing actor Tobey Maguire, already known for his acting skills in playing decent, half-naïve characters, is a right fit for the comparable role of the, seemingly simple 'Nick Carraway'.
Altogether, 'The Great Gatsby' is not just another movie based on the Fitzgerald's book. The director (Baz Luhrmann) selected outstanding actors, most suitable for playing the available roles. Moreover, the film adds a modern day dimension to the story, reviving it and making it simply very amusing.