The Aviator

Probably not many of us know a great lot about Howard Hughes. Did the intricate details in "The Aviator" - revolving about this famous Texan businessman, aviator, and filmmaker - successfully recreate his true story? The answer is difficult to determine. But nonetheless, one thing for certain is that "The Aviator" is a fascinating and captivating stand-alone narrative of an ambitious, meticulous, and obsessive guy. He wanted to create the "fastest aircraft and the largest movies" and become the "wealthiest man in the world."

So what does this movie tell us about Howard Huges? Howard Hughes (by Leonardo DiCaprio) was a prominent celebrity: a director of high-budget Hollywood movies like "Hell's Angels," an ardent admirer of Hollywood stars Katharine Hepburn and Ava Gardner, and an aircraft pioneer who helped grow TWA into a significant airline. Behind closed doors, though, Hughes continued to suffer from crippling fears and melancholy. The more his success, the farther he must fall.

Year of Release: 2004

Stars: Leonardo DiCaprio, Cate Blanchett, Kate Beckinsale

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 86%