The Graduate
Ah, the entire world and their mother has recommended this film to me, and up until the end, I actually did not know how it’s going to end (though of course, I did indeed expect some sort of happy end). “The Graduate” is certainly one of those films that you have to watch more than once. I did not laugh a single time while watching the film (which is something I also don’t typically do when watching a Woody Allen), yet at the same time, I found the film to be utterly amusing. Some of the scenes must definitely have entered the realms of what we consider today cult, that is how funny they are.
At the same time, I’m not so sure if I liked Mrs. Robinson’s betrayal. For the first time they are showing a young boy in a relationship with some old woman and it had to be a clichéd housewife who is unhappy and seduces him in the most disturbing manner possible. Even though that was delivered in a funny way, I find it a little sad that the first famous woman in film history to seduce a young man had to be such a bitch.
Dustin Hoffman, of course, was wonderful. How can an actor be so incredibly cute and professional at the same time? Considering his later roles, he has shown an amazing variety in his acting career. Very impressed. I definitely can see why Shii is such a fan.
What can I say – finally I have seen the film! It was a great experience, though it is strangely not a personal favorite. It didn’t blow me away at first glance, but from the subtle commentary on the people around Benjamin (especially the parents! hahahaha), it is possible that I will end up liking the film much more on a second view, just like it happened for Annie Hall.
(It feels like ages that I read your posting? I should just comment immediately the next time.)
Actually, I’m not a _fan_ of the movie. I’ve liked it, but haven’t loved it and I’d never recommend it to anybody, if it wasn’t for its cult character and especially for the ending, which is one of those must-see scenes in film history. I just love how the Simon & Garfunkel song starts playing. XD Oh, and of course Dustin H. is second best in this after Rain Man! So good!
Apart from that and, well, the seducing MILF, I don’t remember the film all that much? Re-watch needed, I guess. (But, wait, is there even anything apart from that?)
Hahahaha, seriously? You told me so often that I need to watch the film that I automatically assumed you would like it a lot.
But yeah, Dustin Hoffman saves the film. I still think it’s a good movie and totally understand why it’s a cult classic. And I love the song! Hoho. I think the one thing I would always remember about the film is how Mrs. Robinson showed herself naked in front of him and we see flashes of her boobies. That was so plain and silly, but pure comedic gold.