Review of Gone with the Wind (1939) by Ogn D — 01 Apr 2015
Starring Clark Gable and Vivien Leigh. The ambition and ultimate success of producer David O. Selznick in translating Margaret Mitchell's Civil War novel to the screen are witnessed in the sheer scope of the film, which is truly breathtaking.
Of course, the picture is at times racially insensitive -- that is to be expected given the time in which it was set. Remember that Hattie McDaniel became the first African American Oscar winner for her performance here -- her character is indeed the most grounded of them all.
The film loses points for its overlong and unfocused second act, which takes place in the early days of reconstruction. But the first act, set during the Civil War, is irresistible. Directed by Victor Fleming and George Cukor.
This review of Gone with the Wind (1939) was written by Ogn D on 01 Apr 2015.
Gone with the Wind has generally received very positive reviews.
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