Movie Monday: Giant (1956)

Today I am reviewing my first my Elizabeth Taylor film! This is my favorite movie that she starred in and Taylor is not the only one who is well known. Giant has a star studded cast with a story just as memorable as the talent.

Giant is a rather long film, but if you have nothing better to do on a Saturday it is the perfect movie to watch! In my opinion, this is Elizabeth Taylor’s best film but at the same time I have not seen many of her other works. Until I watch another Taylor film that tops my list, Giant takes the Elizabeth Taylor cake.

What really makes Giant such a special film is the storyline. In this movie we see the lives of the characters and how all of them change. What’s more, audiences get to see a version of James Dean in different stages of his life that, unfortunately, never came to fruition in real life. This may be a controversial statement, but I think is also James Dean’s best film.

I have to give big props to the makeup department that worked on this film! For a movie made in the 1950’s, Giant has very modern makeup techniques. In several modern films we see makeup artists age actors slowly like in this movie which is always so impressive to me.

Overall, Giant is one of my favorite films and really goes a lot of justice to the work of each of these talented actors who star in Giant. I love seeing how things change, and there is something so satisfying in watching the lives of characters you as an audience member are invested in. Also, the ending of Giant is great for people like me! I always love when a movie securely warps up the plot and has character growth. So, if you haven’t seen Giant definitely set aside some time to watch it!

Much Love,

Sarah