Jeff Daniels speech

Rating: 10/10 (26 November 2006)

Jeff Daniels rejoin-us speech to the Northern deserters in the early part of this film is, to me, one of the very best pieces of film in the history of all cinema. Both content and his delivery soar over the efforts of others of this genre and should reside in the depths of the hearts of all movie lovers and Civil War buffs. I personally would give a great deal to thank Mr Daniels personally for this gift. He is, sadly, under-appreciated for his art both here and in other films. Given time and similar chances at such noble roles Mr Daniels will achieve the stellar appreciation he deserves. It can truly be said that preparation and opportunity met at exactly the right time and place here. It seems there are few actors who are capable to stand and deliver. Even fewer who hold the key to the lock to stardom who are adept at matching actor and role or even actor and true talent. With Mr Daniels we need not worry. Even in Dumb and Dumber his talent was clear. May it always be so.