Review of Bridge of Spies (2015) by Jason T — 14 Apr 2016

Super film - terrific performances from both Tom Hanks & Mark Rylance, and an engaging story based on true life events.

This review of Bridge of Spies (2015) was written by Jason T on 14 Apr 2016.

Bridge of Spies has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Jonathan D (792) on 26 Feb 2018

Good movie about Cold War espionage. It's very slow paced and interesting, but like most Spielberg films there is little to no repeat value…

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By Robert Kojder (605) for Flickering Myth (680) on 02 Dec 2017

Relevant political subtext is undoubtedly the most interesting aspect the film has going for it next to the unexpected deadpan comedy…

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By Bfoore90 (601) on 28 Jul 2019

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 Tyranian (764) on 08 Sep 2019

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

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By Courtney Howard (393) for Fresh Fiction (404) on 04 Nov 2017

The film doesn't quite do its real-life hero justice, but there are a few remarkable things to come out of it…

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By Micheal Compton (319) for Bowling Green Daily News (319) on 17 Jan 2019

A film that is not just nostalgic because of the material, but serves as a throwback for one of the great directors and actors of our time…

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By Sarah Marrs (566) for Lainey Gossip (399) on 13 Oct 2017

Bridge of Spies is a crisp, slow-burning thriller that holds a lot of winks…

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By Mike V (837) on 25 Jan 2018

Bridge of Spies is an intense, well-acted, and interesting Cold War thriller that is another pretty good addition to Steven Spielberg's filmography…

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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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By Jennifer Heaton (346) for Alternative Lens (346) on 01 Nov 2018

The story is strong and uplifting, the performances from Tom Hanks and Mark Rylance are top notch, and it once again reminds us that Steven…

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