Review of The Graduate (1967) by Clayton Dillard for Slant Magazine — 11 Feb 2016
Director Mike Nichols exploits rather than interrogates Ben’s anxieties, so that his ennui is reducible to his accomplishments, which keep getting repeated by the adults as badges of vicarious honor.
Nichols also plays Ben’s socially awkward tics for laughs, whether Ben’s literally whimpering in Mrs. Robinson’s presence or in a cold sweat as he arranges what appears to be his first sexual encounter.
You can read the full review where it was originally posted online.
This review of The Graduate (1967) was written by Clayton Dillard and published by Slant Magazine on 11 Feb 2016.
The Graduate has generally received very positive reviews.
Was this review helpful?
Yes
No
