The Great Gatsby
Nick Carraway, a young Midwesterner now living on Long Island, finds himself fascinated by the mysterious past and lavish lifestyle of his neighbor, the nouveau riche Jay Gatsby. He is drawn into Gatsby's circle, becoming a witness to obsession and tragedy.
Critics Sentiment
George Wilson shoots and kills Gatsby at his mansion
Gatsby and Daisy's past romance is revealed through flashbacks
The film's biggest swing occurs from the weak romantic reunion scenes to the powerful climactic tragedy, jumping nearly 4 points from the flat chemistry between Gatsby and Daisy to the emotionally effective final act.
The Great Gatsby receives mixed reception for its visual splendor but criticized execution, starting moderately well with beautiful period atmosphere before stumbling through unconvincing romantic scenes in the middle. The film recovers significantly in its tragic final act, where the performances and emotional weight finally match Fitzgerald's source material, though the overall experience leaves viewers appreciating the craftsmanship while feeling the story's spirit was flattened.
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Robert Redford
Jay Gatsby
Mia Farrow
Daisy Buchanan
Bruce Dern
Tom Buchanan
Karen Black
Myrtle Wilson
Scott Wilson
George Wilson
Sam Waterston
Nick Carraway
Lois Chiles
Jordan Baker
Howard Da Silva
Meyer Wolfsheim
Roberts Blossom
Mr. Gatz
Edward Herrmann
Klipspringer
Elliott Sullivan
Wilson's Friend
Arthur Hughes
Dog Vendor
Kathryn Leigh Scott
Catherine
Beth Porter
Mrs. McKee
Paul Tamarin
Mr. McKee
John Devlin
Gatsby's Bodyguard
Patsy Kensit
Pamela Buchanan
Marjorie Wildes
Pamela's Nurse
Blain Fairman
Policeman
Norman Chancer
Detective at Pool
Crew
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