The Great Gatsby

The Great Gatsby

Rated: PG-13

Release Date: May 10th, 2013

Running Time: 143 Minutes

     "The Great Gatsby", based of F. Scott Fitzgerald's famous novel, has spawned four movies, and on May 10th 2013, a fifth film will be released.  The story is about a young man named "Nick Carraway" (Tobey Maguire) who has come home from war and wants to establish himself in the bond business.  Moving into a tiny house in Long Island, New York, Nick learns that he is the neighbor of "Jay Gatsby" (Leonardo DiCaprio) who lives in a mansion and brings Nick into his world of Parties, Riches, Tragedy, and Hope.

     With as many different renditions of the movie, "The Great Gatsby" began in a well mannered way, and has very fantastic visuals.  The special effects from fireworks, to crazy driving bring this film to life.  The only problem I had with the film is the use of 3D technology.  It was not needed, a couple of scenes did look pretty stellar, but with theaters charging more than enough money for movie tickets as it is, "The Great Gatsby" will be just as an amazing experience in 2D. 

     Even if you are unaware of the story-line and just want to see the film because of the actors involved,  "The Great Gatsby is a phenomenal movie.  Movies that are taking place during the roaring twenties usually do not appeal to me but this one did in a big way.  If you ever wanted to believe that you can go from absolutely nothing to everything you ever wanted, then give this one a whirl, because all HOPE is possible. 

Bootleg Rating: A