Review of The Graduate (1967) by Matthew Samuel M — 31 Jul 2014
You can't get more iconic than this. The Graduate is flawlessly written, deftly acted, and superbly touches us with its unconventionality and ultimate power. It captures the era of the 60s, yet is also profoundly timely.
Hoffman's angst is relatable for every young adult watching the film, and the nostalgia and shallowness of American suburbia is also quite relatable to anyone who has spent at least a year living in the suburbs.
Anne Bancroft is exceptional and ruthless as Mrs. Robinson, making for an unforgettable performance. The film's aura--the iconic soundtrack and iconic cinematographic choices--is captivating. Ultimately The Graduate is more than a funny, nostalgic movie: it is triumphant.
It is a triumph of the human mind and the human spirit.
This review of The Graduate (1967) was written by Matthew Samuel M on 31 Jul 2014.
The Graduate has generally received very positive reviews.
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