Review of Gone with the Wind (1939) by Uditha D — 29 Dec 2011
True, you can't deny that Gone with the Wind is almost lasciviously sentimental. But at the same time, I can't deny its irrepressible charm. This is considered to be the definitive Hollywood epic, and for some odd reason I simply couldn't find any reason in it as to why that SHOULDN'T be the case.
The top points in it, in my view, were Vivien Leigh and Clark Gable. These two acted out their roles to near perfect conviction, especially Leigh. Her performance as Scarlett O'Hara, the glamorous onscreen anti-heroine, was splendid and appealing to see.
And as for Gable, his role of the cheeky yet no-nonsense Rhett Butler was equally relishing to watch. In all, the other elements in this classic - Max Steiner's majestic score, the supporting cast, and its lush Technicolor production sets - were brilliantly tuned by Victor Fleming.
Even Rhett's final line ("Frankly my dear, I don't give a damn!") was catchy and a classic in its own right. It may have been too long and sentimental for me, but all in all, it was wonderful to watch and vibrant to hear.
One thing for sure - this is the DEFINITIVE Hollywood film from the Golden Era.
This review of Gone with the Wind (1939) was written by Uditha D on 29 Dec 2011.
Gone with the Wind has generally received very positive reviews.
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