Review of Lincoln (2012) by Dana Stevens for Slate — 01 Jan 2013
Lincoln does sometimes get a little sappy around the edges. Though his project here is clearly one of conscious self-restraint, Spielberg can't resist the occasional opportunity for patriotic tear-jerking, usually signaled by a swell of John Williams' symphonic score.
But in between, there are long stretches that are as quiet, contemplative, and austere as anything Spielberg has ever done.
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This review of Lincoln (2012) was written by Dana Stevens and published by Slate on 01 Jan 2013.
Lincoln has generally received very positive reviews.
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