Hesitant at first about what looked like a dry, slow historical drama, I was riveted pretty much from the get-go. The realism of Daniel Day-Lewis' performance was arresting, the camera work exquisite, and Steven Spielberg's directing so subtle, so unintrusive, that it allowed the entire cast to shine with Oscar-worthy performances across the board. It is a talking heads movie, to be certain, but what the heads are saying and how they deliver the dialogue is what makes this film an Oscar-contender for sure.
Pros great story, great actors
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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What a wonderful film!
PostedJanuary 22, 2012
ZGerman
from Los Angeles
My fiance and I thoroughly enjoyed this film. It was wonderfully executed from start to finish. The story was simple but superbly told. This film is a testament to good storytelling. You don't need a lot of dialogue to tell an engaging and moving story. I would recommend this film to anyone who appreciates good storytelling.