As Revolutionary Road marks the second time Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet plat a couple, I felt this was necessary. Titanic is not only the ship of dreams, it is also the movie of every filmmaker's dreams. The movie is the most grossing movie in the world ever and it will remain that way for a while. It won a record breaking amount of Academy Awards, but it isn't even on IMDB's top 250. Kind of ironic isn't it?
If you don't already know, Titanic is the story of Jack (Leonardo DiCaprio), a poor Irish boy, and Rose (Kate Winslet), a rich British girl. The two begin an illicit romance aboard the ship. Unfortunately, the Titanic hits an iceberg. Well, that sucks.
The famous scene where the ship sinks is still amazing. As we watch the characters in peril, attempting to get into lifeboats, and literally falling off the ship, the audience remains in awe. The special effects are shockingly realistic. They don't even look as if they were done on a computer!
The acting in this is excellent. Kate Winslet, who may have been criticized for being too fat, is perfect as she exposes herself to Leonardo DiCaprio for the famous drawing scene. The even more famous "flying" scene is one to go down in history. Possibly one of the most sexy movie couples, they remain in my heart.
James Cameron's three hour long epic will weave its way into anyone's heart. Trust me, in the finale, your whole tissue box will be empty by the end of it. Famous and unforgettable, Titanic is the best modern classic I know of.
For a funny parody, go to angryalien.com for a thirty second animated version of it...starring bunnies.
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