A True Masterpiece!

Rating: 10/10 (28 October 2010)

'In The Name Of The Father' is a milestone motion picture. Prolific Filmmaker Jim Sheridan, takes a giant leap in his cinema with his 1993 offering.
'In The Name Of The Father' is a biographical film, it is based on the true life story of the Guildford Four, four people falsely convicted of the IRA's Guildford pub bombings which killed four off-duty British soldiers and a civilian.
One of the most shameful verdicts in Court History, is brilliantly done on Screen with a Running-Time over 130-minutes. Jim Sheridan's direction is excellent. He handles such a difficult subject, with such ease, that you have no choice but to be in awe of him. Peter Biziou's Cinematography is exciting.
'In The Name Of The Father' is filled with Legendary Performances: Daniel Day-Lewis proves his supremacy, yet again. Playing a real-life character, with the accurate body language, and dialogue delivery. Pete Postlethwaite as Lewis's Dad, does wonders. In a supporting role, he steals the show. Emma Thompson is flawless. She might not have a lot of screen time, but whenever she appears on screen, she leaves a strong impression. John Lynch is another topper; he excels from start to end. Tom Wilkinson in a brief role, is superb.
On the whole, 'In The Name Of The Father' is A True Masterpiece! A film that deserves a Standing Ovation! Don't miss this one, at any cost!