Movie Rating

The movie, "Gone with the Wind," I watched last week had stunning visuals, amazing actors, vibrant costumes, and an immaculate plot thanks to the book of the same name. I give this flawless movie 80 points. The camera effects exude emotions of the characters and grandiosity of moments such as the scene where the Scarlett sits in horror as the injured soldier is forced into amputating his leg, her expression mirrors our own horror at the injuries the war caused, and the misery Mammy felt when she explained the events that followed Bonnie's death to Melanie. The outfits are a beautiful expression of the Victorian time period and reflect the emotions of the characters as well as matching their individual style.

Although the men don't have much variation, Scarlett's wardrobe is more vibrant at the beginning to reflect her youth and carefree attitude, something that dwindles as the story progresses and only pops up when she's happy, plotting, or when Rhett forced her to go to Ashley's birthday party.

Melanie's outfits are mellow in comparison, hinting to the audience that her gracious personality is the important factor, something shown when she gives her ring away to help fund the soldiers.