Review of Nixon (1995) by Terry W — 27 Jun 2011
Long and a tad overindulgent, but Stone's inside look into the man is thought-provoking. Non-linear in his approach, Stone uses Nixon's life-story paralleled with say a great Shakespeare play. There's trimuph and tragedy; good and bad times.
I liked this more than "W." which I felt was more of a one-sided hit-piece than a leaned back approach. Though I will say the running time is a bit daunting to sit through.
Anthony Hopkins may not look like Nixon and at times it seems more he's trying his damndest to get the mannerisms, speech impediment, and gruffness down pat, but it comes off at times to be more parodic for its own good, but he delivers a fine performance worthy of the Oscar noms he got. Same goes for Paul Sorvino's uncanny resemblance and performance as Henry Kissinger. James Woods, Joan Allen, Powers Boothe, Ed Harris, and an ensemble cast of who's-who do well in their respective roles, but it is those two whom steal the show from under them.
This review of Nixon (1995) was written by Terry W on 27 Jun 2011.
Nixon has generally received positive reviews.
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