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Capote

Capote

2005
Drama, Crime
1h 54m
Truman Capote (Hoffman), during his research for his book In Cold Blood, an account of the murder of a Kansas family, the writer develops a close relationship with Perry Smith, one of the killers. (imdb)

Capote

2005
Drama, Crime
1h 54m
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Rated 25 Feb 2007
84
81st
A well written movie with superb acting by Philip Seymour Hoffman. While not an absolutely fantastic film in itself, Hoffman's acting is amazing and makes this film a must see.
Rated 27 Jan 2013
87
85th
Imagine my surprise after reading the end credits and it turns out Philip Seymour Hoffman is in this!
Rated 11 May 2009
88
91st
I am starting to think that I need to grade PSH movies on a curve because I just can't really seem to find one that I dislike. I enjoy his portrayal of Capote as he works to get the information to complete his famous book In Cold Blood, and the struggles that he has between his relationship with the actual people involved and his own hunger for more literary success. The guy who plays Perry the inmate is pretty darn good too. Makes me want to go back and reread the book.
Rated 21 Dec 2008
76
70th
Very good performances from the entire cast (including a few great ones from Hoffman and Collins Jr.) make up for the slow and deliberate pace of the film. While it's enjoyable and engaging, it's also an incredibly dry and trying film. As much as I was taken in by the performances and wanted to see how things played out, it's also fairly predictable, and I was glad it was over afterward. Hoffman fully deserved the Oscar for this, but the man could be nominated for nearly every role he takes on.
Rated 19 Jul 2008
50
27th
Average film propelled by a blistering performance from Phillip Seymour Hoffman.
Rated 23 Sep 2007
67
40th
Didn't like the book at all. The movie is marginally better. To Kill a Mockingbird is still infintely better than anything Capote wrote.
Rated 04 Jan 2007
3
28th
I can recognize how amazing PSH's performance is (seriously, has he had a bad one yet?) but this film drags and drags and draggggggggggggs. I just don't give a shit about his character or anyone in this movie.
Rated 28 Jul 2014
80
80th
I've never read In Cold Blood and really had no prior knowledge of Truman Capote going into this film. Despite that, Hoffman's performance is brilliant and entertaining to the point that he carries the otherwise standard biopic on his shoulders the entire time.
Rated 22 Jul 2013
80
59th
Hoffman is amazing, but the movie fails to provide the emotional connection that makes you sympathise with Capote's state of mind towards the end of the film. I feel this is partly due to a script that could have used some extra revision and partly due to the fact that Clifton Collins Jr. simply could not hold his weight against the power performance from Hoffman. I find it unfortunate that it eventually just comes off as a Hoffman vehicle, because this had the potential to be a true classic.
Rated 25 Mar 2010
85
56th
Terrific cast, but interactions are limited. Cinematography captures Kansas via Manitoba in many lovely long shots. Story fails to effectively link Capote's emotional state to the end of writing.
Rated 28 Apr 2009
89
81st
Hoffman is absolutely stunning as Truman Capote.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
86
76th
A haunting, intoxicating biopic that very rarely loses its focus. The chemistry between the minds of Hoffman and Keener should comfortably find a nest in the history books.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
85
77th
A film more noticable for its performances (especially by Philip Seymour Hoffman in his Oscar-winning role), although the film itself, about Truman Capote, is well made.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
82
69th
An effective bio-pic, but flawed.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
83
51st
A sometimes paceless biopic with a stellar centerpiece performance.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
79
75th
A solid film with specacular acting by Hoffman. However, I never felt like I was a part of this movie, never felt like I was privileged to know how anyone REALLY felt. At the end, despite a death, I felt empty, numb, which I'm certain isn't the aim of the film. However, I don't know much about the book or its impact on society (time to check Wikipedia!), and this was a great film to fill one in.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
77th
A fantastic biopic that merges an impeccable impersonation/ performance from Hoffman, and a murder mystery, as we follow Capote on his investigation of the perpetrators that informed his book "In Cold Blood".
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
74th
Everyone has pretty much said all there is to say about the PSH performance. Everytime I saw him on the screen, he WAS the character. That's how acting works. Unfortunately, the movie did a fair amount of dragging. Clifton Collins was great as well, but it was just an average flick.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
59
43rd
Good, solid performance by Hoffman, but the film itself seemed lacking. I can't say what, but it just lacked some sort of emotional oomph to give this movie the impact it needed. Still, a very well acted and beautiful looking movie. The average viewer may be bored by this film.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
83
57th
Really intense filmmaking, but something a little less than perfect.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
68th
Taut, discomfiting story of an amoral journalist who has to face the consequences of pursuing his sources. Hoffman is divine.
Rated 09 Jul 2007
3
61st
An Oscar-hungry film with a great performance by Hoffman. Not one I would ever list as a favorite, or even recommend, but I can recognize a decent movie when I see one.
Rated 18 Mar 2007
75
50th
Standard fare as far as dramas are concerned. It's still good, though.
Rated 25 Aug 2023
69
38th
Seymour Hoffmann killed it, but the movie dragged on and on. I would give the acting 100.
Rated 07 Mar 2021
74
72nd
I wish Philip Seymour Hoffman was still with us.
Rated 28 May 2020
90
86th
Three words: Phillip Seymour Hoffman.
Rated 20 Mar 2020
51
48th
Seen: 2.
Rated 11 Oct 2019
85
89th
Duygusallığın dozajını Bennett Miller kadar iyi ayarlayabilen çok çok az yönetmen var. Kendini neredeyse hiç öne çıkarmadan muhteşem bir yönetmenlik işi. Oyunculuklar zaten her biri ayrı ayrı en üst seviyede. İşin dedektiflik yönüne bu kadar değinmeden bu kadar seyredilesi bir iş çıkarmak kolay değil.
Rated 27 May 2019
75
69th
sonlara doğru, finale gelmeden önce etkisini yeterince vurucu yapamıyor belki ama bennett miller yine de her iyi hikayeyi yönetmesi gereken birisi olduğunu film boyu gösteriyor. hoffman'ın keener'dan cooper'a harika oyuncular eşliğinde -ve özellikle doğaçlama sahnelerde- muhteşem performansıyla beraber film, kitabı ve hatta görece başarısız filmini de içine alıp capote üzerine harika bir toparlama yapıyor.
Rated 11 Mar 2019
57
29th
We all know PSH was an outstanding actor (sadly missed as much as any lost talent in my lifetime) but his disappearance into the character of Capote here is truly remarkable. The movie, while focusing on a specific series of events in TC's life, presents Capote as a bit of a dick prone to exaggeration, jealousy and manipulation, something that my subsequent research on the man seems to back up. 'Capote' is a bit of slog at times but PSH holds the viewer's interest until the end.
Rated 04 Mar 2018
30
4th
Wish hoffman wasn't involved in this crap
Rated 19 Apr 2016
90
83rd
Stunning performance by Philip Seymour Hoffman. Beautiful cinematography as well and a nuanced script.
Rated 05 Mar 2016
49
7th
Phillip Seymour Hoffman's performance did not outshine the dullness of the film. Because I enjoyed all of the other films Bennett Miller directed I was looking forward to this, but Capote is easily my least favorite of his projects.
Rated 20 Feb 2016
8
36th
Star Rating: ★★
Rated 29 Mar 2015
66
62nd
3.32/5
Rated 18 Feb 2015
65
52nd
I was not amused by the film but I respect Phillip Seymour Hoffman for his role portraying Truman Capote.
Rated 03 Feb 2015
85
67th
A fantastic, strongly directed, tremendously acted portrait of a narcissistic artist faced with the dilemma of pursuing artistic vision or human compassion. A noteworthy debut from Miller who's proving to be a great director of biopics which follow almost obsessively driven men in the most extraordinary periods of their lives. Though his films are simply structured, his ability to bring out the multiple dimensions of his subjects seems effortless and fresh, and Capote is no exception.
Rated 23 Jan 2015
74
49th
Very good film. I get the feeling there's a stoicism to the film due to it trying too hard to be good, it could've done with a little more relaxation. This is sharply directed, more often than not with terrifically gloomy cinematography, and the centrepiece is PSH's role as Capote, which he completely engulfed and made this character's artistic quest for a moral angle an interesting watch, but this feels a little too restraint within its own isolated story.
Rated 02 Nov 2014
77
76th
Philip Seymour Hoffman at his best, role of a lifetime..
Rated 12 Oct 2014
94
82nd
It's not so hard to do a Capote impression, since his fey mannerisms were exaggerated, but it's much harder to convey the steel and fury under that drunken facade. Hoffman's portrayal is electrifying, the more so for its obliqueness and murmurs. His savage indifference when dealing with the killer is the residue of his simmering patience.
Rated 13 Aug 2014
75
60th
This had all the elements of being a potentially great film, but falls a little short, however this is no fault of Hoffman who carries the film.
Rated 02 Jul 2014
65
64th
A definitive actor's movie. Philip Seymour Hoffman is tremendous, yet the rest of the film feels decidedly familiar, which is a shame considering the potential in the concept. I never felt like I understood Truman Capote any better. Maybe that's the point, but it doesn't make for particularly compelling viewing.
Rated 06 Mar 2014
82
68th
Though slowly paced at times, the narrative effectively showcases Capote's interview and writing process while revealing his strengths and character flaws. PSH is simply marvelous, capturing Truman at his very essence. Truly, his performance is the main draw of the film, though Capote's relationship with Harper Lee was interesting as well. Recommended for fans of post-war American literature and journalism, it also serves as a unique companion to the book that inspired the film's story.
Rated 10 Feb 2014
66
61st
it moves slowly and the plot isn't engaging (not surprising for a biopic), but hoffman's acting makes this worth the watch
Rated 03 Feb 2014
79
71st
The problem I have with Capote is everything that is going around Hoffman. Everything but him seems to be lacking that final spark, that one thing that would take this from a very good movie to a classic. The movie does well in portraying both Capote's sympathy for Perry Smith, an interesting subject on the whole, and his state of mind but seems to be missing a final kicker; an attachment from the viewer. Still worthy of Hoffman's Oscar win though, it is a hard movie to make up your mind about.
Rated 31 Dec 2013
61
68th
The drama is nowhere near the revolutionary masterpiece that it documents, and it often feels cold and distant for something that should be so emotional. But it's still a solid, intimate look at some horrifying murders, and Philip Seymour Hoffman is unbelievably fantastic, as always.
Rated 02 Oct 2013
84
79th
84.00.
Rated 19 Aug 2013
40
12th
Gay man falls for murderous bit of rough
Rated 03 Jun 2013
60
47th
Phillip Seymour Hoffman deserves a lot of praise for this role, but I found the story itself to be a bit of a drab.
Rated 06 May 2013
85
59th
In case you've been living in a cave and didn't know that Hoffman is one of the elite actors in the world, this would be among the first two or three films you would watch.
Rated 30 Nov 2012
67
43rd
Competent but forgettable. Not much stands out besides PSH's performance and the musical score.
Rated 20 Sep 2012
71
65th
Fun if you imagine it as the sequel to "To Kill a Mockingbird." Well acted but just a little thin at the end.
Rated 19 Aug 2012
60
32nd
I'm not sure if the material's treated distantly on purpose or if the script just isn't great.
Rated 13 Aug 2012
88
79th
Claiming to be a huge fan of Philip Seymour Hoffman and now I've finally got around to watching this. Just an amazing performance and a well-deserved Oscar. The cinematography was incredible especially during the final scenes of the film. Also, such a great supporting cast: Catherine Keener, Chris Cooper, Bruce Greenwood, Amy Ryan, Clifton Collins Jr..... just amazing all around.
Rated 20 Jun 2012
90
84th
Hoffman is great in this biographical look at the fall of Truman Capote.
Rated 31 Mar 2012
60
33rd
Like so many biopics, it just isn't that interesting. What does separate this from the pack, though, is PSH's incredible performance. But, you can see that in pretty much any other movie of his (let me recommend Doubt for that), so it's not enough of a reason to see this.
Rated 13 Feb 2012
71
84th
A smorgasbord of talented actors helps move this fairly dry biopic along. Hoffman is superb and the oft recognized but criminally underdeveloped Collins Jr. shine.
Rated 07 Feb 2012
70
37th
4 Desembre 2011 - Potse tenia massa espectatives, havent vist l'altra obra del Bennett Miller (segueixo tenint curiositat per Moneyball). M'avorreix, el problema és al guió, no a la direcció. El Hoffman segueix enlairant-se.
Rated 10 Oct 2011
65
62nd
Hoffman gives a stellar performance. Unfortunately the film itself isn't that great, but I would be lying if I didn't find it interesting (and I usually hate films about writers). I've read "In Cold Blood" so it was captivating to see how Truman Capote went about researching the horror that happened to that Kansas family so long ago. Average watch, yet still worth it.
Rated 02 Oct 2011
74
51st
Good movie, not great. There really wasn't a whole lot going on, and I found myself getting bored quite easily. Philip Seymour Hoffman was good, but not Oscar-worthy in my opinion. I thought Clifton Collins Jr. was better.
Rated 21 Sep 2011
76
46th
Truman Capote'nin; "ikimiz onla ayni evde buyumus gibiyiz. o arka kapidan kacmis, ben ise on kapidan" repligi filmin ozetidir aslinda. Capote, Katilin problemli cocukluk cagiyla kendi cocuklugu arasinda bir paralellik kurar. Katil Perry ile yakinlasir. Fakat, bunun yani sira Capote bu cinayet hikayesini dillere destan bir kitaba tasimak istemektedir. Katil Perry ile yakinlasirsa olay gecesini Perry'nin agzindan dinleyebilecektir. Zira olay gecesi bolumune Capote kitabin ana damari gozuyle baka
Rated 10 Aug 2011
75
85th
The performance of a lifetime by Hoffman. The rest was very good indeed, but he was amazing.
Rated 18 Jul 2011
40
34th
Despite Hoffman's triumphant performance, Capote tries to be too many things and ultimately achieves none of them.
Rated 31 May 2011
35
77th
"Radiating serpentine self-absorption, Philip Seymour Hoffman embodies a youthful Truman Capote."
Rated 21 May 2011
75
68th
Definitely a competently made film, with great actors, crisp visuals and a beautiful soundtrack. Unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be much depth. The two hours running time flew by but in the end there wasn't a lot to mull over.
Rated 07 Mar 2011
72
87th
Philip Seymour Hoffman is THE MAN. This is his best role to date and his acting alone makes this film worth watching. I watched this film right after In Cold Blood by Richard Brooks and it was very interesting to see the shift of the focus from one aspect of same event to the other. You can tell both these filsm stay very close to the source material, because all of the details fit.
Rated 02 Mar 2011
90
88th
A brilliant performance by Hoffman, which is much more than just a lisp. He makes Capote more human than Capote himself did, outside of his writing.
Rated 28 Dec 2010
85
80th
84.500
Rated 23 Dec 2010
80
49th
Slow paced. Good movie.
Rated 08 Nov 2010
25
61st
"What's missing here is the reason anyone would want to watch a film about Capote: his writing talent." - Dan Callahan
Rated 16 Sep 2010
75
85th
Good. I generally like the path of character development where, someone experiences some harrowing shit => their head is fucked up for life. See: The Deer Hunter. To continue even living, coping/drinking/russian roulette is necessary.
Rated 02 Sep 2010
50
35th
The movie is a nonsense. It not captures the essence of Capote, merely attempts to copy it. Although copying interestingly, it not worth much.
Rated 19 Aug 2010
100
90th
Philip Seymour Hoffman is incredible in his transformation to Capote. This is one of the best "bio" films I've seen where an actor completely becomes the character he's portraying. Denzel does it in Malcolm X and Will Smith does it in Ali.
Rated 11 Aug 2010
64
83rd
#00s#, reviews, story, PS Hoffman
Rated 11 May 2010
95
98th
Phenomenal. Loved the book.
Rated 31 Mar 2010
72
75th
It's a first movie I did watch purposely to see Philip Seymour Hoffman (I probably saw him few times before but nothing I can mention about). He did his role great, another movie where there's no action and you're able to watch it from the very beginning to the very end just to fulfill curiosity.
Rated 03 Mar 2010
73
49th
Hoffman's performance is outstanding but this is a movie that feels like a play.
Rated 13 Jan 2010
0
4th
So boring you'll want to run away screaming.
Rated 25 Dec 2009
81
78th
everybody is so eager to praise hoffman for his acting--isn't that old hat? everyone in and out of hollywood has know he's awesome since the 90's. who we really should take note of is clifton collins, as rupert in "the rules of attraction" i fell in love with him, but every other performance than collins is just decent. it's an all around decent film, that just doesn't have enough meat to make it rank up with the best.
Rated 21 Dec 2009
85
66th
Excellent performances, particularly by Hoffman. Also, this film raises some interesting questions about the intersection of life and art and the responsibility of the artist to both.
Rated 04 Oct 2009
70
71st
I've been pronouncing it Ca-powt, whoops
Rated 08 Sep 2009
90
90th
Poetically dark and strong. A few not so stellar as PSH performances do little to hurt the film.
Rated 21 Aug 2009
95
60th
An all around tour de force performance by Hoffman.
Rated 08 Aug 2009
92
85th
Philip Seymore Hoffman is fantastic. Really enjoyed this.
Rated 31 Jul 2009
79
82nd
PSH is amazing.
Rated 31 Jul 2009
80
55th
I thought this was ok, but I didn't like it nearly as much as a lot of other people did. Hoffmann is brilliant, though.
Rated 28 Jul 2009
94
94th
The best biopic of the decade. Absolutely uncompromising with no regrettable sentiment whatsoever. It almost goes without saying that Philip Seymour Hoffman is perfect as well. Not great. Simply perfect.
Rated 25 Jul 2009
78
87th
Hoffmann IS Capote. Even pins the annoying voice. Also have to give credit to the wonderful Catherine Keener.
Rated 05 Jul 2009
90
67th
Philip & Catherine. Just the fact that they are in this film is already a huge bonus. Of course, it doesn't hurt that the film is excellent, as are their performances.
Rated 02 Jul 2009
85
88th
What a good Capote PSH is. What good actor he is!
Rated 09 Jun 2009
40
8th
Watching "Capote" is even better than eating at Chipotle.
Rated 20 Apr 2009
91
65th
When Phillip Seymour Hoffman at the top of his game it's like watching Picasso paint. How that big lunk from "Happiness" could pull off Capote is a credit to him and his fellow filmmakers. The other Capote/Clutter murder film was probably better. See 'em both.
Rated 30 Mar 2009
87
56th
features a terrific performance by the talented Hoffmann.
Rated 24 Mar 2009
92
86th
One of the best films on a writer I have ever seen. Slow, but poetic meditation on the writing of In Cold Blood. PSH nails the perf. Clifton Collins Jr. should have been nominated. Cinematography is beautiful. I love this movie.
Rated 13 Mar 2009
81
82nd
Capote was not a bad movie, it wasn't great either.
Rated 04 Mar 2009
55
63rd
A good film, great acting, sad story.
Rated 04 Mar 2009
55
75th
"...a taut, elegant work of cinematic expression..."
Rated 27 Feb 2009
76
51st
GREAT performance by you-know-who, good, but not great story (maybe we outside America could not comprehend influence of Capote), and very slow movie. Worth watching, but I think I would not remember this movie. Watch only if you like dramas or Capote.
Rated 11 Feb 2009
100
92nd
Phillip Seymour Hoffman is fantastic as Capote without making it a cheesy imitation of the writer
Rated 20 Jan 2009
92
79th
This seriously makes me want to watch a Harper Lee biopic, but is in every inch worthwhile in its own right.

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