Review of The Cat's Meow (2001) by Familiar S — 08 Nov 2013
Went for it just because it's based on true events. Turns out it's based on rumors. No problem. Was surprised to learn that Chaplin was so scandalous. The story was not so so-so, but the performances and casting were.
Historically, if the given version is correct, it's quite significant in depicting the height of corruption. As to me, I really don't know. If he's shot, why didn't anyone come forward even after Hearst's death? If he wasn't, why the characters involved got a promotion soon after it.
It surely was given a touch of a cover up. The movie doesn't tend to explain it, it simply presents (modification of) one of the versions of this mysterious event. Could have been way better.
This review of The Cat's Meow (2001) was written by Familiar S on 08 Nov 2013.
The Cat's Meow has generally received positive reviews.
Was this review helpful?
