Product: Under the Biltmore Clock [VHS] (1986)
Rating: 5.0
Excellent production of a Scott Fitzgerald story
I had never heard of this story by Scott Fitzgerald although I read all his novels, some several times. So, when I found this on the shelf at the library I was intrigued, checked it out and I was not disappointed when I saw it.The jazz era is interesting and colorful in itself--the costumes and settings are fun to look at. This cast is excellent. Sean Young is very convincing as the beautiful, self-assured young flapper who goes after the rich but shy Knowleton Whitney, who is wonderfully played by Lenny Von Dohlen. There's an amusing group of characters who inhabit the Whitney estate in Westchester County, NY.The story takes you on some surprising turns as you watch the progress of this romance. The ending is terrific---no, I won't spoil it for you. I recommend this film especially to anyone who likes Scott-Fitzgerald but I think anyone would enjoy it.