One of Fincher's masterworks--though I like others better. He's definitely one of the only people alive who could have succeeded with this very intriguing story. There are moments--when Benjamin's coming into his own, both with Tilda Swinton's character and with Cate Blanchett's--that are amongst the finest and most invigorating I have ever seen in cinema. I'm curious how I'll find it when I rewatch it in a few…
Life isn't measured in minutes, but in moments.
Born under unusual circumstances, Benjamin Button springs into being as an elderly man in a New Orleans nursing home and ages in reverse. Twelve years after his birth, he meets Daisy, a child who flits in and out of his life as she grows up to be a dancer. Though he has all sorts of unusual adventures over the course of his life, it is his relationship with Daisy, and the hope that they will come together at the right time, that drives Benjamin forward.
Top Cast
Brad Pitt
Benjamin Button
Cate Blanchett
Daisy Fuller
Taraji P. Henson
Queenie
Julia Ormond
Caroline Fuller
Jason Flemyng
Thomas Button
Tilda Swinton
Elizabeth Abbott
Mahershala Ali
Tizzy Weathers
Jared Harris
Captain Mike
Elias Koteas
Monsieur Gateau
Phyllis Somerville
Grandma Fuller
Faune Chambers Watkins
Dorothy Baker
Donna DuPlantier
Blanche Devereux
Jacob Tolano
Martin Gateau
Earl Maddox
Man at Train Station
Ed Metzger
Teddy Roosevelt
Danny Vinson
Priest Giving Last Rites
Reviews
This movie is in my top 10 movie list in life. It is a cinema achievement that may never be outdone by 'anyone'. Considering that this masterpiece was shot digitally in 2007, it is miles above any CG effort since. For those of you that haven't seen it: "SEE IT". Besides a great story (with one flaw), this film makes illusion and simulation become reality. The one flaw: I have great respect for David Fincher,…
A baby is abandoned by his petrified parents when it is born with all the features of an elderly man. Fortunately, he finds a home with the caring "Queenie" (Taraji P. Henson) who is somewhat adept at looking after seniors - just not ones this tiny. It doesn't take "Benjamin" long to assume a more adult size but he still exhibits all the frailties of a disablingly arthritic old age whilst having the emotional…
FAQ about The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
What is The Curious Case of Benjamin Button about?
Born under unusual circumstances, Benjamin Button springs into being as an elderly man in a New Orleans nursing home and ages in reverse. Twelve years after his birth, he meets Daisy, a child who flits in and out of his life as she grows up to be a dancer. Though he has all…
When was The Curious Case of Benjamin Button released?
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button was released in 2008.
What genres does The Curious Case of Benjamin Button belong to?
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button is categorised as Drama, Fantasy, Romance.
Who stars in The Curious Case of Benjamin Button?
The cast of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button includes Brad Pitt, Cate Blanchett, Taraji P. Henson, Julia Ormond, Jason Flemyng.