negotiations, posturing and dialogue done very well

Rating: Null/10 (29 October 2015)

It's more than clear that Spielberg still has something left in the tank. This movie is masterfully crafted and given the subject matter, a master's touch was very much needed. The middle of the film does feel long and bloated but the set up and especially the third act negate that drag. Every scene that takes places in West Berlin and East Berlin and what follows was enthralling and a delight to watch. The entire film is basically negotiations, posturing and dialogue. So, showing both sides of the Cold War to a degree was an excellent decision. Tom Hanks was good as you would expect and the entire cast was serviceable. It's all about story in this case.
Overall, an enjoyable "turn your brain on" and enjoy type film.