What happened between Mrs. Robinson and me was nothing. It didn't mean anything. We might just as well have been shaking hands.
No 62 - The Graduate Director - Mike Nichols I give up trying to apologise for the recent lax behaviour on this blog. My life has got distressingly hectic and LoveFilm are sending me all sorts of fascinating films which are decidedly NON-LIST. But I'm keeping at it.... and will continue here. Have no fear. There are a lot of nice little bits I wish to talk about in The Graduate. The beautiful soundtrack, for example and that I really love The Sound of Silence, even after hearing a hundred times over the film. The Sound of Silence by Simon and Garfunkle - just beautiful Then there is the great acting. Namely, the two central roles. I am a massive fan of Dustin Hoffman. He pretty much makes every thing he is in better. Whether its a serious role , what seems like a cash in , or just a cheeky cameo .... he is brilliant. No exception here. Ben is a great character. A bundle of nerves and angst, filled with worry and self loathing. He stays utterly fascinating and believable througho...