Titanic is as simple and epic as a myth, extraordinary

Rating: 10/10 (23 April 2005)

Though the script leaves something to be desired, the use of color and music and cinematography all combine together to provoke wonder and emotion of every kind throughout the film. James Cameron's direction led this movie to become visually astounding, but also emotionally heartfelt through the actors and the music.
From the first scenes of the eerie wreck, to the grand, hopeful life of the ship, to its painful, horrifying conclusion, it is obvious that this movie contains nothing but cinematic beauty.
As far as the actors go, I personally think that all around the cast did a good job (I thought DiCaprio was the weakest, but Winslet was extraordinary) but the actors had a lot to work against because the script was so tried. The story is a simple love story: unoriginal but still effective and entertaining. IF anything is to blame in the movie, it is not the acting it is the script.
The music (and no I am not talking about the Celine Dion song) was one of the best scores in years. It was fitting, and emotionally-in-touch with the film itself. Titanic is about pain, sorrow, hope, love, excitement, beauty, grief, peril, courage, tragedy, romance, and so much more, and it does all of these well. With excellent music, striking visuals, great use of color, epic cinematography, and intimate acting, Titanic is simply brilliant. The reason why it is so hated by some and loved by others today is because Titanic was so popular and successful when it came out that naturally some people hate it just for that, like any popular fad. Titanic will stand the test of time. After all, with a combination of the most Oscar nominations and wins, I don't think anyone can fairly call this movie bad. The movie's music, visuals, use of color, cinematography, and acting is simply incredible. In short: "It is flawlessly crafted, intelligently constructed, strongly acted and spellbinding. It's quite possible that Titanic is one of the greatest romantic epics ever filmed."  Entertainment Weekly