Review of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) by Danny S — 06 Jul 2010
Some movies can't possibly live up to the hype attached to them ... I am happy to report that "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" isn't one of them.
A small-town politician, yet to be tainted by the cutthroat world of politics, is promoted straight up to the United States senate. He is hand-picked because others feel he will be easy to control and manipulate. Eventually, when other crooked politicians find out that he isn't going to nod his head and do as they please, he is framed and an attempt is made to remove him.
Stewart was amazing in this. He was a perfect balance of wide-eyed innocence and powerful drive and determination. During the now famous filibuster scene, he even steps it up a notch and you just can't help but root for him.
Sure, the movie just sort of sails along at first, but once the betrayal happens and Smith is blindsided, the movie explodes into a dramatic look into back room politics and scandal.
10 Scale Rating: 8.0 ...
This review of Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) was written by Danny S on 06 Jul 2010.
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington has generally received very positive reviews.
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