Review of Lincoln (2012) by Eric F — 07 Jul 2014

Despite it's name, "Lincoln" is less a biopic about America's 16th President, but more a historical event film about Abraham Lincoln's role in the passing of the 13th Amendment of the United States Constitution. This is but only capitalized by the fact that (what is arguably) the best scene in the movie is the voting of the Amendment itself (taking place in the last 30 minutes of the film roughly).

"Lincoln" is a deeply satisfying story, being played out by fantastic actors, and directed with warmth and heart by and an old master of the craft, Steven Spielberg.

The writing is an absolute joy and the expert dialogue is at it's peak best when either Daniel Day-Lewis or Tommy Lee Jones are speaking. On the subject of Day-Lewis, his portrayal (whether historically accurate or not) is sure to remain one of his best for all time; although my favorite role (and indeed film) that he was in will probably always be in "Gangs Of New York", but this performance would have to be a close second.

If you're wishing to see Lincoln's whole life played out on the screen, I'm sorry to inform you that this is not that movie... but if you like to see one of the most thoroughly enjoyable films ever made on this hugely and greatly historical moment in American history, well... look no further. This film is pure talent in terms of writing and acting, and it deserves to be as boastful as it is.