Modern and classic

Rating: 10/10 (27 August 2013)

Baz Luhrmans' interpretation of the Great Gatsby falls nothing short of exquisite. He brings a modern touch to a masterpiece and interweaves the two seamlessly. Carey Mulligan was Daisy through and through (much better than Mia Farrow). She impressed me the most. Leonardo DiCaprio was almost as impressive and seemed to understand the complexity of Jay Gatsby and took it to a place that Robert Redford failed to do with his subtle yet powerful acting. I cared about all the characters (except Tom)and Tobey McGuire was also convincing as Nick the troubled bystander of this tragic tale. Baz Luhrman has managed to tell a story of a group of people that remains relevant in todays society of wealth and prestige and the victims that it ensnares. If you are a fan of Baz Luhrman and modern touch that he brings to his films this will be a plus for you. If not than you probably won't enjoy any of his films. That has to do with personal taste not his ability to be a great filmmaker or artist. I'm looking forward to seeing Carey Mulligan in other films.