Review of Bridge of Spies (2015) by Dominic C — 06 May 2016

Outstanding film enhanced by top quality acting, following a true story.

This review of Bridge of Spies (2015) was written by Dominic C on 06 May 2016.

Bridge of Spies has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Cory F (33) on 04 Sep 2017

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By Mae B (14) on 10 Aug 2018

Very interesting plot with an already interesting character who hasn't spoken a word. Spy movies are some of my favorites. Top notch acting…

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By Joel Mayward (117) for Cinemayward (116) on 31 Dec 2018

A muted, steady spy story, Spies feels classic in both form and content, a throwback to a previous era in its style and storytelling…

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When the director of Jaws, the star of Forrest Gump and the writers of O Brother Where Art Thou…

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Set during the Cold War with rising tensions between the United States and Russia, Bridge of Spies is an incredibly well acted and thought…

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By Mark L (1,544) on 07 Oct 2018

A tour de force in acting for Tom Hanks and Mark Rylance, Bridge of Spies might do justice to its real-life story but its slow pace and lack…

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By Lisa B (682) on 02 Jan 2019

Just as emotionally soupy as Spielberg always is, but very fun to watch. Great actors, great camera work, etc, etc. Well done…

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By James Clay (166) for Fresh Fiction (404) on 09 Dec 2018

BRIDGE OF SPES is perfectly adequate for its' intentions…

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By Tyranian (764) on 08 Sep 2019

One of Spielberg's better recent films, good performances and writing. Quite engaging…

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