I've read The great Gatsby book several times and I watch the original movie before Hand. Of the two movies this one really captures the essence of the book. On people complain about the narration but it was only solution to really accurately convey the story.
The most human book ever written. Behind the extasy of the sexy, fashionable, and enigmatic roaring 20s, this book hides deep emotions, sins, and the burning flame of a passionate ambition from a tender, yet dark soul.