What it is:
Based on a short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald about a man born old who ages backwards, set in New Orleans, and spanning from the end of World War I to the present, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is at once an epic love story and a grand adventure.
Why it’s Significant:
Sure, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button has been compared to Forrest Gump, and rightfully so, but for all the right reasons, let’s not forget, Forrest Gump was a good movie. Like Forrest, the protagonist, Benjamin Button, who ages backwards, is a quirky outsider, meets incredible over-the-top characters in epic situations. In addition, Fincher’s film moves from one era to the next, capturing each decade with spot-on costumes and we also get another taste of the elusive childhood love interest. However, in this film, Benjamin actually gets the girl and the chemistry between Blanchett and Pitt is fantastic. To top it off, the age-defying special effects and stunning cinematography will leave you spinning. For movie buffs, The two disc and Blu-ray editions are being released as Criterion Collections with a 4 part documentary, feature length commentary by David Fincher, footage about visual effects, and many more extras. –Mike


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