Review of Giant (1956) by Nick M — 14 Oct 2012
This is an epic film that stars Elizabeth Taylor, Rock Hudson, and James Dean, with direction by George Stevens. It shows the ongoing conflict between a rancher (Hudson) and his former hired hand who becomes rich off oil (Dean).
Giant was ahead of his time by giving commentary about the race relations with Mexicans. It also took young actors and progressively made them look older, something that was quite unusual. Although this was Dean's final movie I think it can be said he came full circle.
He began as a youth in East of Eden and Rebel Without a Cause then by the end of Giant he was a old man.
This review of Giant (1956) was written by Nick M on 14 Oct 2012.
Giant has generally received positive reviews.
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