Just finished watching the teen drama classic Rebel Without A Cause and it was a great film,hitting with big impact and moral lessons to its audience since its theatrical release up to it's audiences today.The film is directed by Nicholas Ray and stars James Dean (East of Eden),Natalie Wood (West Side Story),Sal Mineo,Jim Backus,Ann Doran,Corey Allen,Edward Platt and Dennis Hopper.Rebel Without A Cause is set in the backdrop of the glamorous,flashing 1950s and tells the story of a rebellious young man (Played by James Dean) who has a troubled past and has come to a new town,finding friends and enemies.
Rebel Without A Cause's strong powerful,well-told story strikes a valuable message that tells that even kids that live in the suburb could also take the wrong/delinquent path and not just street kids could take that path.And it also tells the tale of juvenile delinquency,which was something of a controversy at that time.The plot is strong and well-grounded.This film revolutionized the coming-of-age movies to come and James Dean's character Jim Stark is one of the most influential characters in film.He influenced a lot of character archetypes today.All the way round,the plot is exceptional at the time of it's release that's why it was highly praised despite the controversial issues.It was just really good.
Rebel Without A Cause doesn't only provide a well-written story but it also features superb,emotionally grounded acting from the likes of Hollywood star James Dean,glamorous vet. Natalie Wood and newcomer Sal Mineo.James Dean plays the lead role,Jim Stark and his portrayal was very well strong and emotional.He brought depth to the character.One of his best emotional scenes in the film for me was the part where he argues with his parents.He was really excellent in that one.You could feel the emotion inside him.West Side Story star Natalie Wood plays Judy,a female rebel and she played the part really well,she's not the typical teen female rebel in today's films.She was great in playing the part of Judy.Meanwhile,Sal Mineo plays Plato,a misfit rebel who has no friends but has made one with Jim and Judy later on.Besides from Jim,Plato was my 2nd favorite character in the film.The way Sal Mineo portrayed Plato was very emotional and some viewers would somehow relate to him because of his character's mental background.Even the supporting actors were good too.But this trio were the best ones and the memorable ones too.
The film had a nice cinematography,but I have to say,it was nothing special.But still,I appreciate the cinematographer's effort and he shot the film well.There was just nothing special that attracted my eye.Sorry to say.However,the music/score was the great part.Even though it didn't have the 1950s' classic rock n roll music,it had that triumphant score that sounded like a western film's music.And it was great.I loved its' triumphant,rebellious melody.
All in all,Rebel Without A Cause is a strong screen-drama that everyone shouldn't ignore because of it has a strong,emotional story,superb depth giving acting from the stars and it has a great emotional impact to its viewers.Everyone should see this landmark masterpiece specially those in their teens.Specifically,those misfitted teens.But remember,do not "rebel without a cause" unless you really want to just to look cool 'cause someday within 10 years,you might regret it.Just a little piece of advice.
Rebel Without A Cause gets 8.2 stars over 10.This comes in highly recommended.
This superbly acted teen-drama classic,Rebel Without A Cause is available on DVD distributed by Magnavision Home Video.
Why not check out the trailer of the film...Trailer provided in the link below:
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