Review of Reds (1981) by Sean C — 29 Aug 2013
This film was the last of a dying breed: the dramatic epic. This one is effective because there is a vital feeling to it all. Most period pieces are window dressing. This film feels like the age, from the politics, to arcane references to World War I generals and long forgotten artists.
Most of all it is well made, and doubly daring for treating American communists of the early 20th century as committed but honest reformers, and flawed but passionate people. In a way it feels more vital now than it did in 1981, when the nation was taking its hard right turn and the values of labor, community, and political engagement were being buried in a tidal wave of selfishness.
This review of Reds (1981) was written by Sean C on 29 Aug 2013.
Reds has generally received very positive reviews.
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