End of debate? The test proves that Jack, from “Titanic”, would enter the door with Rose

It seems the discussion of Jack’s (Leonardo DiCaprio) controversial death in the icy waters of the Atlantic Ocean in “Titanic” may finally have come to a head – to the delight, or otherwise, of the director of the classic, James Cameron.

The director is producing a special on the 1997 film just to put an end to speculation, but although he has repeatedly stated that he does not believe in the possibility of the character’s survival, tests have shown otherwise.

Produced by National Geographic“Titanic: 25 Years Later with James Cameron” brought together two stuntmen in a swimming pool to recreate the iconic moment from the film, testing different ways the characters could pass through the famous closet door.

Among other survival options, the investigation also shows Rose (Kate Winslet) offering the romantic couple a life jacket, the most successful alternative so far, as the equipment would isolate contact of vital parts of Jack’s body with ice.

Would Jack survive the shipwreck? According to Cameron, “he could have survived, but there are a lot of variables,” he admitted to the program. Good morning Americawho was able to get a “peek” at the recordings on rehearsal day.

“I think it’s that thought process of ‘I’m not going to do anything to put her at risk.’ And that’s 100% the character.”

Jack’s death

For those who don’t remember (which is almost impossible, given the size of the film’s success and popularity), after the sinking of the Titanic, already at sea, Rose climbs a wardrobe door to save herself, while floating, Jack he remains in the water holding only his beloved’s hand and encouraging her to survive.

The justification for him not getting on the board is that the two would not fit and sink. Eventually, Jack dies and, in a dramatic scene, sinks into the icy dark sea. Even after 25 years of production, fans and critics alike still debate the likelihood that Jack froze to death and whether he would even fit the makeshift life preserver.

A few weeks ago, a Postmedia, the director said a “comprehensive forensic analysis with a hypothermia specialist” was also carried out. With all the necessary technological apparatus, it was shown that “there was no way for the two to survive. Only one could survive,” as far as contact with freezing water is concerned.

For Cameron, this is the way to help fans move forward, and especially with him no longer having to deal with the issue. “Jack needed to die. He’s like Romeo and Juliet. It is a film about love, sacrifice and mortality. Love is measured by sacrifice. Maybe after 25 years I won’t have to deal with it anymore.

“Titanic” is a novel that has marked generations. Gathering both praise and criticism, the film won 11 Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and became a worldwide phenomenon, being the first to gross more than $1 billion at the global box office. The production will also be re-released in cinemas from February 9 in a remastered version in 3D and 4K to celebrate the 25th anniversary.

“Titanic: 25 Years Later with James Cameron” hits National Geographic February 5.

With info from Collider

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