You've just stated, very clearly, that you don't have a clue because you're ignorant of the film.
DiCaprio did an excellent job of portraying Howard Hughes - much, much better than I expected him to do. Cate Blanchett was a stunning Kate Hepburn and Ava Gardner was beautifully portrayed by Kate Beckinsale.
Saw it twice in the theatre and three more times at home on the DVD I purchased.
DiCaprio's TR may be equally excellent; we'll just have to wait and see.
Good to know I'm not alone in liking the Aviator. After Gangs of NY I wasn't holding out much hope, but it was an excellent movie. I particularly liked the Gardner character.
Interesting how people's opinions diverge.
I was appalled (and bored) by The Aviator on all levels. Casting, cinematography, narrative---all mediocre at best. I have always pulled for Scorsese and his marvelous gifts in the past. This little fixation on DiCaprio he's formed is bizarre given thet Dicaprio is miserable as an actor.
I was beginning to think I was the only freeper who thought that Leo did a great job in The Aviator. He was also great in "Catch Me If You Can". He's a serious actor, and it will be interesting to see him play the part.