Based on Edna Ferber's novel, this screenplay
was written by the talented Fred Guiol and Ivan Moffat, and
was nominated for an Oscar.
Director George Stevens did his usual great,
meticulous job putting this film together and directing the
marvelous cast, and won the Oscar for Best Director.
Leslie :"Money isn't everything, Jett".
Jett: "Not when you've got it."
My favorite scene takes place, following Dean's
discovery of oil. Covered in the "black gold," Dean
shows up at Hudson and Taylor's ranch, picking a fight with
Hudson. Newly rich, and full of confidence and rebellion, Dean's
character finally thinks he's on the same level as the rich
Hudson.
I really like the way the recent history of Texas is told through
the story of the lives of some intertwined Texans. It's a big
state, and "Giant", with its sweeping story, larger
than life characters, and over three hour running time is a
movie as big as the great state itself.
"Giant" was the last film Dean made prior to his death,
at age 24, in an auto accident. It was released, to much acclaim,
following his passing.
This film is rated G, and is great for family
viewing.
If you enjoyed GIANT, you may like GONE
WITH THE WIND, CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF and REBEL WITHOUT A CAUSE.
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