Film Review #011 - The Wolf of The Wall Street (2013)



The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) is a black comedy film directed by Martin Scorsese and written by Terence Winter. The movie is based on a book called "The Wolf of Wall Street" written by Jordan Belfort in 2007. Leonardo DiCaprio plays Belfort, a stockbroker in New York who does illegal stuff on Wall Street in the 1990s.

The Wolf of Wall Street is a great movie that is similar to "Goodfellas" in its storytelling style. The movie's camera work is really impressive, done skillfully with a lot of emotion in each scene. The camera moves in a lively manner, which enhances the film’s mood.


Leonardo DiCaprio's performance is, as expected, brilliant. He performs his role with a lot of energy, especially in scenes that need intense emotions. He shows his skill by effectively portraying intense tension and loud dialogue.


The movie's dialogue is really good and accurately represents the world of brokers. It feels real and interesting, making the movie more immersive. Also, having Matthew McConaughey, who starred in "Interstellar," makes it more interesting. He is impressive at adapting to a character that is very different from his previous roles.


I liked how the movie paid attention to small things like the old cars, computers, and fashion in general. It made the atmosphere feel real and interesting. Although the director of the movie used CGI, it made the world feel more real and relatable. It's like The Great Gatsby (2013) but with a more authentic and raw vibe.


However the movie is too long, lasting three hours, which makes it feel slow at times. Some parts of the conversations and scenes feel too long, which makes it hard to stay interested. These parts interrupt the otherwise interesting story, making the movie feel too long.


Overall, "The Wolf of Wall Street" is a wild, exhilarating ride, marked by its powerful performances, striking cinematography, and a vivid portrayal of its themes. Despite of the movie length, it still stands out as an unforgettable cinematic experience.


Rating: 8/10

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