Review of The Graduate (1967) by Colin M — 24 Oct 2011
This 1967 Dustin Hoffman film has so many memorable lines, scenes, and sights that it makes you wonder why it couldn't have been succeeded with further films. It's quirkiness and resemblances to the modern romantic comedy genre put off some new reviewers but they miss that the film illuminates the struggles of young adult life and the search of meaning, which to Benjamin Braddock means true love.
Cheap Sex, aimless wandering, academic and athletic success, and so forth didn't make him happy. Elaine did. And even still, one can see that Benjamin is STILL uncertain as to his life's direction in the final famous scene, as Hoffman's smile suddenly and slowly morphs into a wince.
This film is so subtle in its meanings, and so pointed in its humor and depiction of young adult life, one can't help but enjoy it and I recommend it to anyone and to all.
This review of The Graduate (1967) was written by Colin M on 24 Oct 2011.
The Graduate has generally received very positive reviews.
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