#TheGreatGatsby
Baz Luhrmann’s lavish adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic starring Leonardo DiCaprio.
Quick Facts
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Release | May 10, 2013 |
| Director | Baz Luhrmann |
| Box Office | $353.6 million worldwide |
| Soundtrack | Modern hip-hop/pop meets Jazz Age |
Origin & Impact
The Great Gatsby arrived in May 2013 with Baz Luhrmann’s signature maximalist style: extravagant parties, modern music (Jay-Z produced), and Leonardo DiCaprio’s tragic Jay Gatsby. The hashtag tracked debates about Luhrmann’s anachronistic approach—hip-hop beats over 1920s visuals—which divided critics and audiences.
The film sparked 1920s fashion trends, especially among young audiences discovering Fitzgerald through DiCaprio. Gatsby-themed parties became popular. While not universally acclaimed, the film succeeded commercially and introduced a new generation to the novel. The soundtrack, featuring Lana Del Rey and Florence + The Machine, became a cultural artifact.
Related Hashtags
- #Gatsby
- #LeonardoDiCaprio
- #BazLuhrmann
- #JazzAge