Titanic is an epic romance and disaster film directed by James Cameron, set against the backdrop of the ill-fated maiden voyage of the RMS Titanic. The story follows Jack Dawson (Leonardo DiCaprio), a free-spirited artist, and Rose DeWitt Bukater (Kate Winslet), a young woman from an upper-class family. They meet aboard the Titanic and fall deeply in love, despite the social divide between them and Rose’s engagement to the wealthy and controlling Cal Hockley (Billy Zane).
As Jack and Rose’s romance blossoms, the Titanic strikes an iceberg, leading to a catastrophic sinking. Amidst the chaos and tragedy, they fight to stay together and survive the disaster. The film depicts the harrowing events as the ship sinks, highlighting acts of bravery, sacrifice, and love.
The story is framed by a modern-day expedition to the Titanic’s wreck, where an elderly Rose recounts her experiences aboard the ship to treasure hunter Brock Lovett (Bill Paxton) and his team. Through Rose’s memories, the film explores themes of love, class struggle, and the enduring impact of the Titanic’s legacy.