A better title for Bennett Miller's new film and breakout masterpiece "Capote" would be the title of Capote's own great work. "In Cold Blood" describes its author even better than its ostensible subject: the brutal murders committed by two compassionless killers. These murders would eventually become an obsession of the irrepressibly idiosyncratic Truman Capote — and the subject of his greatest work.
Capote, played by the masterful Philip Seymour Hoffman ("Cold Mountain" and "Magnolia"), was among the best-known writers of his age. With an astonishing mix of eccentricity, charm and self-righteousness, Capote's exterior masked a troubled past and a frigid soul.
On an assignment for The New Yorker, Capote is drawn to a small, dusty Kansas town to investigate the murder of a family. As he probes the circumstances of the crimes and the psyches of the perpetrators — for whom he appears to act as an advocate — the article quickly evolves into the nonfiction book of the decade. However, Capote soon realizes he is writing the story of his own vacuous soul.
This powerful story and excellent script (written by first-time screenwriter Dan Futterman) adds to the artistic visuals and strong acting. Though the film has its flaws, particularly a dragging finish, it is one of the best of the year and manages to be both entertaining and profound.
"Capote" will be shown at Princeton's Garden Theatre, to the benefit of the University community, starting on Friday. Plan on making a quick trip for a cinematic experience well worth your time, even it if is during midterm weekend.
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