The Aviator

Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio, John C. Reilly, Cate Blanchett, Kate Beckinsale, Ian Holm, Alec Baldwin, Willem Dafoe, Jude Law
Directed by: Martin Scorsese
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Drama, Biography
2004

Times Seen:
Tim: 1

Summary: Howard Hughes (Leonardo DiCaprio) begins by creating a classic Hollywood film and then moves into the aviation industry, acting as a pioneer there for decades. Hughes amassed an incredible fortune and made enormous advancements in the field of aviation. However, personal demons eventually threaten to destroy everything he has.

Review:

Tim: Martin Scorsese directs a brilliant biopic of Howard Hughes. Hughes was a fascinating human being, and his life story is told in remarkable fashion.

I still dislike Leonardo DiCaprio, but the guy is an amazing actor. He is gives a truly inspired performance as Hughes in all moments of his life- the ones of pure genius as well as the ones of mental instability.

The supporting cast is incredible. Cate Blanchett is perfect as Katherine Hepburn in an Academy Award winning role. Scorsese knows how to utilize the supporting cast and this is one of his biggest and most talented.

Hughes' life is told completely- from his aviation advances to his movies, to his testimony before a government inquiry board. Everything is large, sweeping, and magnificient to see. I am actually a little surprised that this film did not win the Oscar for Best Picture. Perhaps it is due to the Academy's seemingly constant negligence in honoring Scorsese. I thought it should have one.

Regardless, The Aviator is an incredible movie that will greatly, greatly impress you.



Rating 1-10
Tim's Rating- 8.5



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