Amazing film. Should be required viewing for students, both film and scholastic.

Rating: 10/10 (12 December 2008)

I won't wax too long about the film since prior reviewers have stated it's high quality and then some. I remember Richard Nixon, I remember Watergate and I saw the interviews and yet, this film sheds light on things too numerous to mention. Amazingly gripping and paced so well that 2 hours goes by leaving you wanting more.
The cast? Absolutely perfect. If Langella doesn't at least garner an Oscar nomination, it will be a travesty. I recall reading that when Hopkins did his Nixon in the self-titled movie, he chose not to do the voice impression that is so well known. As such, he still conveyed the character very well. Langella by contrast, does in fact inflect Nixon's deep, dark tones which he pulls off perfectly. Within seconds, he transforms into the former President and you see and hear no one else for the film's entirety.
There is no one in this film that should go unmentioned. Everyone was astounding and they deserve any and all accolades that come their way. Please see this movie. The "R" rating comes from the simple fact that the subject matter is indeed "adult" plus there is the odd curse word of which I counted what...3 or 4? I see worse on television.
Great movie. 10 out of 10. Seriously.