Lincoln Groupie

Rating: 9/10 (27 May 2013)

Born 60 miles up the road from Lincoln's birthplace Hodgenville, KY, I've been into the great man through a major in History in college and beyond. Along with the Henry Fonda 1939 interpretation, Daniel Day Lewis had me with his Kentucky/Indiana/Illinois fusion accent. It amazes me how some British can do such good American accents while our actors don't always succeed to their level. I have taught English abroad and was told that American English was easier to learn than British English because we pronounce only 3 diphthongs vs. the Brit's 12. Don't know if that's the case or valid or even if the number is right but I like having some reason.
Interesting insights into the 13th Amendment adoption which I had forgotten. Along with Day Lewis, James Spader gave the most engaging performance for me. There may have been some historical liberties taken but I've seen worse. Personal aside -- Met Sally Field once at a business function and I liked her -- she was very nice.