I actually went to a movie last night - first one since seeing Two Towers. This particular flick was "Catch Me if You Can". Overall, B+. You wouldn't have figured the movie to be Spielberg (plus a John Williams soundtrack), but it holds it's own. It's kind of peculiar, actually. It's very sappy, and you feel as though you want the protagonist and antagonist to "win". You can almost smell the bubble-gum and malts in the theatre. Of course it has a good ol' It's-a-film-released-at-Christmas-so-make-them-feel-good-when-leaving-the-theatres kind of feel. But enough about that.
The film is actually very cool -- stylish even. You'll be amazed at some of the vintage clothing, housing, decor, etc - somebody did their homework. The cinematography is quite good, reminiscent of TV's golden eras (you know, 1950-1970 right?). Even the opening credits montage is something short of a piece of art film - very cool. The wife couldn't believe it was so cool.
As for the acting... the flick stars in no particular order:
Granted, there are plenty of other parts in the film, but it's not a character study on any figure except the protagonist, so there's that to consider.
One final note: after you see the movie (or read the book), make sure you check out the real-life-guy that the film is about, Mr. Frank W. Abagnale - yup, it's pretty much a true story, and yes the end and epilogue are correct, he works with the FBI and major corporations. And of course he's got the usual disclaimer in his personal website about the movie, since he's trying to be friend and mr. good guy to the Fortune 500. Above all, my favorite comment is right on the front page of his website, next to last bullet point. Check it out.
