1. Martin Scorsese Joyfully Returns
Hugo is a great film in which Scorsese displays not only his ability as a director in his embracing of new technology but also a deep love of film. For the fans of Scorseses grittier work it was definitely a departure. You have to go back all the way to 2006 before we hit great and arguably classic Scorsese with
The Departed. The guns, the violence and, most importantly, the tension made for an engrossing and fulfilling experience; not to mention finally getting him that long-overdue Oscar. Despite the brevity of the trailer, the film looks to be a wild ride. The trailer only hints at the FBI investigation and gives merely one fleeting shot of the mob involvement, but still manages to convey an overall sense of menacing excitement. With this first look, the trailer does everything that it should do by giving us just enough to entice without really telling us much. The film seems full of action, drama and hints at a deep struggle for DiCaprios Belfort, not to mention glimpses of a darkly comedic tone that Scorsese can deftly handle. Whether or not you support the adrenaline infused nature of the trailer, its hard to deny that its nice to have a Scorsese film coming to theaters this year, and he looks just as happy to be back.
BONUS Leo Will Raise His Glass
When Leonardo DiCaprio has a glass of wine, he will smugly raise it to you. Its just what he does.