This is my first series blog dedicated to a star i have come to admire as well as respect over the years. Its none other than Mr.Leonardo DiCaprio . Yes for some the lovable romantic of titanic, the sacrificial hero of blood diamond and the enigmatic lead of both shutter island and inception with a dark past . Dicaprio is one star that Hollywood can claim to have groomed over the years to perfection in our generation . Sure there were greats , Robert di nerio and AL pa chino in the generation's before us , but out generation lacked a star build in our image . That star is Di caprio so to pay my tribute to the star i am doing a series of reviews of his must watch films
The reason why i start of with the movie blood diamond is cause because this is one movie which has touched my heart . heres a little synopsis to give a fair idea whats it about -
Set against the backdrop of civil war and chaos in 1990's Sierra Leone, Danny Archer, a South African mercenary, and Solomon Vandy, a Mende fisherman are joined in a common quest to recover a rare pink diamond that can transform their lives. While in prison for smuggling, Archer learns that Solomon--who was taken from his family and forced to work in the diamond fields--has found and hidden the extraordinary rough stone. With the help of Maddy Bowen, an American journalist whose idealism is tempered by a deepening connection with Archer, the two men embark on a trek through rebel territory--a journey that could save Solomon's family and give Archer the second chance he thought he would never have.
This movie packed with enough storyline , acting performances by both di caprio, Jennifer Connelly, Djimon Hounsou is an out right entertainer . Backed by a beautiful soundtrack the movie manages to move you and make you part of the fight against the injustice been served to the Africans at the hands of corporate companies and gives a true picture of horrible incidents taking place in the dark continent . I recommend this movie for the weekend with your best buds to be watched on large screen or a projector and Dolby surround sound to get the effect of it .
Genres: Drama, Romance, Thriller and Crime/Gangster
Running Time: 2 hrs. 11 min.
Release Date: December 8th, 2006 (wide)
MPAA Rating: R for strong violence and language.
Final word
This is a movie that not only entertains you but also encourages you to consider the implications of global economy on the smaller man and the price they pay so that we can fulfill each and everyone of our little desires . this movie is a one with a social message and a very important one too.
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