Review of Young Mr. Lincoln (1939) by Joseph B — 24 Oct 2015
Mr. Lincoln is a great story teller.
Abraham is a young simple man that believes in truth, justice, and everyone having a chance to succeed. As a young aspiring lawyer, we see those that influenced him as a child as well as one of his nationally recognized court cases where he shined as an inspiration lawyer.
"The only dancing I've done is behind a plow.".
John Ford, director of Grapes of Wrath, The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance, How the West was Won, Rio Grande, The Fugitive (1946), and How Green Was My Valley, delivers Young Mr. Lincoln. The storyline for this picture is interesting and entertaining. The script is clever and very well delivered. The cast delivers awesome performances and includes Henry Fonda, Alice Brady, Donald Meek, and Ward Bond.
"Jackass, I just got it.".
I am a huge fan of both John Ford and Henry Fonda and was excited to see this and added it to my wish list off Netflix. This is an entertaining drama that I believe is more for entertainment purposes that historical value, but the script is brilliant and Fonda is AWESOME as Lincoln. I recommend giving this a viewing if you're a fan of the classics.
"I presume you all know who I am.".
Grade: B.
This review of Young Mr. Lincoln (1939) was written by Joseph B on 24 Oct 2015.
Young Mr. Lincoln has generally received very positive reviews.
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