The book
The novel by Fitzgerald received critical acclaim when it was first published in 1925. Set in 1922 in Long Island, He takes you into the lavish excess of the Roaring Twenties with this seductive literary narrative whilst documenting American social history (mainly the twists of the economy at that time, jazz, motors, crime and the adventurous flapper culture which was revolutionary for its time) . Set around a gripping plot that centers on Jay Gatsby, a main character who is as rich as he is mysterious.The director
Only Baz Luhrmann could adequately encapsulate the giddy and exuberant excess of that period, as depicted in Fitzgerald’s classic. His indulgent stylization fits this book and the era it is set in perfectly. He does big scale and fast particularly well as seen in Moulin Rouge and Romeo+Juilet films.The cast
Capable leading man Leonardo DiCaprio plays Gatsby, Carey Mulligan is Daisy Buchanan his love interest. This is an exciting cast and other significant roles are played by Tobey Maguire, Joel Edgerton, Isla Fisher, Elizabeth Debicki, Amitabh Bachchan etc.The music
The score is by Craig Armstrong and the soundtrack is just as heady as the film itself. Executive producer for the soundtrack is Jay Z who worked with the likes of Kanye West, Florence + The Machine, Beyoncé, André 3000, Lana Del Ray, will.i.am etc. There is music by him featured on the soundtrack and is heard on the official trailer.The costume
Designed by Prada, the costume is no holds barred decadence and flamboyance. The Italian fashion house embody the 20′s in every line, cut and embellishment.More information
Coming to cinemas in the US on May 10th and in the UK on May 16th, this film is one to watch. Visit the site for the film for full synopsis, photos and more here.
