Review of Titanic (1984) by Brendan N — 27 May 2018
James Cameron might have seemed the incorrect choice to direct this film but he takes a step back from action films to deliver one of the better epics. The film is strengthened by Winslet, she alone carries the better half of the film, her arc is probably the strongest.
Billy Zane is excellent as the jealous and conniving husband, while the ice berg might steal the show as the core villain, Billy is doing all the right things as the human villain. DiCaprio was at the beginning of his career and without this cementing him in the hearts of every person in the world, there wouldn't be the long career he has been granted.
He isn't the best in the lead, he lacks that presence but to be honest, he doesn't have a lot to play with. Did the film deserve all the Oscar glory? Probably not. the filmmaking is flawless but the story and plotting are the weakest parts.
It was a great film because Hollywood ignores these sweeping epics, but look at the box office, some gambles are worth taking. 25/05/2018.
This review of Titanic (1984) was written by Brendan N on 27 May 2018.
Titanic has generally received positive reviews.
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