Review of LBJ (2017) by Preciouskiki — 05 Nov 2017
At a riveting 98 minutes, it was so entertaining, I only wish it could have been longer. Compelling performances all around, particularly from Richard Jenkins as LBJ's friend and adversary, Senator Richard Russell, leader of the Southern conservative coalition that tried to block passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
The story really moves along at a good pace, and every minute is entertaining and illuminating. Woody Harrelson probably wouldn't have been my first choice for LBJ if I were the casting director (especially having seen Bryan Cranston's magnificent "All The Way" on HBO, but I must admit he does a good job, even if I was a little distracted by the make-up job.
At the end of the movie, I watched the credits to find out who played Lady Bird so perfectly and was surprised to find that it was Jennifer Jason Leigh. Overall, very enjoyable, even if you're not particularly into politics or history.
It's just a great story, and director Rob Reiner has really brought it to life.
This review of LBJ (2017) was written by Preciouskiki on 05 Nov 2017.
LBJ has generally received positive reviews.
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