To those interested: Just saw An Indecent Porposal last night, and watching Redford brought to mind his role as Jay Gatsby in The Great Gatsby....I think that there might be a good comparison/contrast between Proposal's John Gage and Gatsby...what do you think?? A few thoughts: Neither Gatsby nor Gage Acquire what they both set out to obtain: True Love... What price do the respective billionaires pay for their desires? Gatsby pays his life, and Gage, well... I think it can be argued that both films are period morality plays, and that Proposal has a sunnier conclusion. Although it dragged, and *WHOOPS--break in thought* Although it dragged in parts, I liked the way Gage sees David & Diane's love for what it is, and is able to let her go without spite on his behalf--kind of idealized, I'll admit... Can Gage be called a better man than Gatsby? Or should he be despised for his gall to propose and carry out his action... I dunno just yet Who is the bigger boor? Gage for proposing, or David and Diane for accepting? This, I feel is the issue that makes Proposal a morality play for the 90's... Just a few random thots...Comment and criticism are welcome...and expected:) Buck Georgia Southern University [log in to unmask]