The Alternate Ending to ‘Titanic’ Turned the Film Into an Afternoon Special
James Cameron's Titanic is perhaps one of the most timeless epic romances in the history of cinema. Its sweeping score, spectacular special effects, and romantic heart captured many people in 1997. It became the highest-grossing film of all time for years, only to be usurped by Cameron yet again with Avatar, another epic romance. But what many people may not know is that there was an alternate ending to the film. Deleted and alternate scenes are certainly common with any movie.
What Is 'Titanic's Alternate Ending? The film's alternate ending is set up the same way. This takes place directly after Brock Lovett and Lizzy Calvert , Rose's granddaughter, are talking on the research vessel once Rose has ended her recount of events. The film cuts to Rose approaching the railing, just as she does in the theatrical version. She grabs the rail and pulls herself up so that she can look over into the ocean's dark depths. This is where the endings diverge.
Why the Alternate Ending of 'Titanic' Doesn't Work The main reason why this ending doesn't work is the cheesy dialogue that handholds the audience through the messages of the film. Brock, as he tries to barter with her for the necklace says "I don't know what to say to a woman who tries to jump off of the Titanic when it's not sinking and then jumps back on when it is.
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