Review of Gone with the Wind (1939) by Maria G — 07 Jul 2016
Yes, the film is riveting with racist and sexist execution of scenes, but it is based on a book in 1860's America. Most people who lived in the south believed their fight was the right fight. It wasn't a time of sunshine and rainbows for America.
It still isn't. Minorities still suffer through injustice and we still have people defend racism and sexism. This film is a cinematic masterpiece however due to its amazing story of a struggling woman getting on her own two feet and doing it any way she possibly can to save the only thing that matters to her, Tara.
It's a story that captures the willingness of its time and the amazing work to create a masterpiece of a film with its splendid cinematography and amazing acting. Its entirety is a tactful work of both Clark Gable and Vivien Leigh's acting skills.
If I have anything truly negative is that Ashley's character is such an a**hole. His character is so repulsive to have lead a girl on like that while being in love with Meli is so repulsive. I believe it may be the purpose for him as Clark's antagonist.
The costumes and sets were beautiful. One of the best scenes is that crane shot of the many bodies outside the hospital as Scarlet walks around looking for a doctor in mid square. Beauty of a scene and the creation of a Pan-Out shot.
Hence, the film is not perfect but it is really a classic. You may not appreciate it the first few times, but after a few watches you understand its splendor and authenticity and it enter your heart.
This review of Gone with the Wind (1939) was written by Maria G on 07 Jul 2016.
Gone with the Wind has generally received very positive reviews.
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