Review of The Post (2017) by Willyam_Carr — 14 Jan 2018
Despite what so many people are saying, this is not partisan propaganda; The Post is a very solid film. While it certainly has a lot to say about free speech and the importance of the fifth estate, The Post is most importantly a film about how much the Washington Post meant to Kay Graham.
Meryl Streep gives what is easily one her most tender and vulnerable performances as Washington Post publisher Kay Graham; the film is most interesting when exploring Graham's complicated, but extremely personal relationship with her newspaper.
The parts of the film that seem to struggle are those involving the investigation and reporting of the Pentagon Papers; these sections feel less thought through and even a little rushed. The only major misstep the film makes is a tacked-on ending that feels like a complete afterthought, basically setting up a sequel that is a remake of 'All the President's Men'.
Overall, this is a fascinating film anchored by an incredible turn from Meryl Streep, and I would recommend it.
This review of The Post (2017) was written by Willyam_Carr on 14 Jan 2018.
The Post has generally received positive reviews.
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