Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby: Soundtrack

I’m no film critic, or Jazz Age historian, but I must say that Baz Luhrmann’s The Great Gatsby seemed to capture the true essence of the era- in its flaws.  The decadent cinematography, the enamouring fashions, and the star-studded soundtrack are ironically exemplary of the no expenses spared attitude of the wealthy New Yorkers portrayed in the book and film.  While the music and fashions were exciting and entertaining, especially within the astounding and opulent sets (the scene where the audience first meets Daisy is stunning), it seemed to mask the lack of true quality and could have probably been done better on a smaller budget (why all the big names?).