Amazing Performances

Rating: 8/10 (25 March 2014)

Richard Nixon (Frank Langella) is the disgraced president after just resigning. David Frost (Michael Sheen) has the idea immediately to get his interview. He is certain that it will be a ratings bonanza. After years of hounding, Nixon does the interview in summer 1977 to set the record straight and collect the $600k.
Director Ron Howard has created a fascinating movie about what on the surface should be a very static drama. He injects great energy and excitement for what could have been a very dry movie. Michael Sheen does a great job as the charming TV personality. Frank Langella doesn't have the look of Nixon, but his terrific acting chops is put to full use to infused his character with Nixon's persona. Howard allows the two great actors to shine without putting to much gloss to distract the audience.