Review of JFK (1991) by Ben G — 16 Dec 2009
JFK is the most exhilarating film I have ever seen. Oliver Stone weaves editing, cinematography, writing, and performances together to create a sense of urgency than has yet to be surpassed. The pinnacle of this exuberance when Jim Garrison (Kevin Costner) goes through the events of assassination day.
It doesn't really matter what your stance is on the conspiracy theory. JFK is NOT a documentary. It is a "What if?" movie. Also, it functions on numerous other levels. For example, it presents us with a fascinating study of obsession by examining how Jim Garrison struggled to balance his investigative work with his personal life.
Kevin Costner turns in a great performance (one that proves he can act, despite all of the crap he has subsequently been involved with), as do an entire parade of actors which include: Donald Sutherland, Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, Tommy Lee Jones, John Candy, Sissy Spacek, and Joe Pesci. What is truly amazing is how all of these actors are able to recite entire complex, prose passages of historical texts in rapid-fire succession.
This review of JFK (1991) was written by Ben G on 16 Dec 2009.
JFK has generally received very positive reviews.
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