101-year-old Rose DeWitt Bukater tells the story of her life aboard the Titanic, 84 years later. A young Rose boards the ship with her mother and fiancé. Meanwhile, Jack Dawson and Fabrizio De Rossi win third-class tickets aboard the ship. Rose tells the whole story from Titanic's departure through to its death—on its first and last voyage—on April 15, 1912.
101-year-old Rose DeWitt Bukater tells the story of her life aboard the Titanic, 84 years later. A young Rose boards the ship with her mother and fiancé. Meanwhile, Jack Dawson and Fabrizio De Rossi win third-class tickets aboard the ship. Rose tells the whole story from Titanic's departure through to its death—on its first and last voyage—on April 15, 1912.
[10/10] There are few films as iconic and timeless as _Titanic_. For me, it’s more than just a favorite—it’s a cornerstone of my childhood and a movie that has grown with me through the years. I first saw it in theaters shortly after its release when I was in second grade. I got the VHS for my 9th birthday, which I still own and use on occasion. My younger sister developed a love for this film right alongside me, and it became something we bond over, watching it together countless times. We usually stream it now, but still refer to the movie in parts - “tape 1” and “tape 2.”
This time, I decided to revisit it on my own, and it was one of my most emotional watches yet. I think the older I get, the more I feel everything—the sadness, joy, disgust, pride, fear, contentment, and more. It is as terrifying as my favorite horror films. And it’s as beautiful as anything else could be. Also, while I agree that Rose might have made a few half-baked decisions, I really can’t fault her for any of them. I might have done the same thing (e.g. jumping from the lifeboat to be with Jack and throwing the diamond overboard at the end). There just really isn't a right or wrong action in a situation like that.
Listening through headphones this watch gave me a new appreciation for some details I have not noticed before—like the creaks and squeaks as Rose gets to know the crew at the beginning (a little annoying so close to my ears, lol). It also made Mr. Bodine’s obnoxiousness less tolerable, but overall, the extra clear audio only enhanced my experience.
There are some very small things that could’ve been cut or adjusted, but they pale in comparison to the brilliance of the film. James Cameron truly created a masterpiece. After nearly 30 years, it feels like the magic will never fade.
If you’ve somehow never seen _Titanic_, please, watch it. And if you’ve seen it before (whether you liked it or not), give it another go. You will probably be surprised by how much this film gives to the audience.