Review of The Graduate (1967) by Jordan K — 13 Oct 2015
The Graduate is one of the greatest romcoms ever and one of the first big indie arthouse films. It is truly spectacular, with a compelling story going in all sorts of directions with amazing performances and characters - the film takes an unpredictable and entertainingly real path with its amusing main character.
Ben, a recent college graduate, is caught up in a regrettable affair with his middle aged neighbor Mrs. Robinson, making the affair a guilt trip when he favors her daughter Elaine over her and begins to fall madly for her. Truths unravel, relationships fall apart, and Ben is left questioning his future ultimately not just in careers but in love.
The Graduate is spectacular and a classic romcom. Hoffman is spectacular and amazingly real in his main character role as well as Ross. Mrs. Robinson from start to finish grows more despicable and hateful. The film's story goes in many different and unpredictable directions, giving the ending a surprise of sorts for the audience to root for Ben all the way. Many note its amazingly done soundtrack by Simon and Garfunkel, which fits the mood of scenes very nicely. The Graduate is a pioneer of its genre and is ultimately one of the best of not just its kind but one of the best of the 1960s and of all time.
This review of The Graduate (1967) was written by Jordan K on 13 Oct 2015.
The Graduate has generally received very positive reviews.
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