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"The Great Gatsby" is a classic American novel written by Scott Fitzgerald in 1925(one

thousand nine hundred twenty-five) and has been adapted into several films.

Characters:
Jay Gatsby: The titular character
Daisy Buchanan: Nick's cousin and the object of Gatsby's affection
Nick Carraway: The film's narrator
Tom Buchanan: Daisy's husband

Plot Summary:
The story is set in the Roaring Twenties, during the era of extravagant parties. Nick
Carraway, a young and aspiring writer, moves to Long Island's North Shore and
becomes the neighbor of the enigmatic millionaire Jay Gatsby.
As Nick becomes acquainted with Gatsby, he learns about Gatsby's unrequited love for
Daisy Buchanan, Nick's cousin. Daisy is married to Tom Buchanan, a wealthy and
arrogant man who is having an affair with another woman, Myrtle Wilson. The film
explores themes of wealth, love, obsession, and the American Dream.
Gatsby's parties are legendary and attended by the rich and famous, yet they are an
attempt to reunite with Daisy, whom he met years ago before going off to fight in World
War I. Gatsby's pursuit of the American Dream is exemplified by his relentless quest to
win Daisy's heart, which ultimately leads to tragic consequences.

"The Great Gatsby" is a visually stunning and emotionally charged adaptation of Scott
Fitzgerald's classic novel. Film captures the glamour and decadence of the 1920 (one
thousand nine hundred twenty) while delving into the complexities of love, wealth, and
the American Dream. It serves as a poignant reminder that even in the pursuit of one's
dreams, there can be tragic consequences.

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