Review of The Grapes of Wrath (1940) by Sarfaraz A — 04 Feb 2012
I do not think anybody would disagree with me, when I say John Ford was the definition of film-maker of western films from 20th century. The Grapes of Wrath is adapted from the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of same name by John Steinbeck.
Renown method-actor Henry Fonda plays Tom Joad, a character we seem to explore to be experiencing harsh mistreatment by authorities under Great-Depression era. Joining his large family. Migrant-workers move out of Oklahoma in search of beginning of new life.
Jane Darwell as Ma Joad, has delivered outstanding performance, almost overshadows Henry Fonda's performance. What I simply liked and enjoyed from the movie, is the way the family embarks upon journey to find prosperous life by working their way out of poverty.
Gregg Toland uses excellent use of cinematography, especially from shooting at U.S. Highway 66, till the end almost exhilarating me and making me speechless. James Stewart who was nominated Best Actor for the role in George Cuckor's The Philadelphia Story, who later credited his win to his longtime friend Henry Fonda, siting his performance to be powerful performance.
A must watch movie!
This review of The Grapes of Wrath (1940) was written by Sarfaraz A on 04 Feb 2012.
The Grapes of Wrath has generally received very positive reviews.
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