Great but Overrated !

Rating: 8/10 (11 May 2000)

The 1997 version of this great tragedy is a very entertaining and meticulously crafted movie. The whole plot with a romantic story makes it very likable among the youngsters, especially.
The detailed depiction of the interior of the liner with so many opulent and richly decorated halls and passage ways is indeed commendable. The tragic accident and events leading to capsizing of the liner with the passengers and crew caught in the iron hands of fate are all picturised with stunning craftiness.
However, the cold and cruel ocean is shown too placid and calm against the backdrop of the sinking ship and floating corpses. I wonder if the open seas and oceans resemble the same. This is the only cinematic drawback which has resulted due to the filming of this top grossing movie in a swimming pool.
Finally, the story, the whole disaster and tragedy does not cover as wide a scope and magnitude that it be crowned with eleven Oscars. The juvenile love affair between Jack and Rose does not encompass the maturity of character and therefore cannot be very engrossing or appreciative.