An Awesome Masterpiece by Spielberg

Rating: 10/10 (27 January 2013)

I was waiting for this movie eagerly, since I am a huge Civil War buff and am a great Lincoln admirer. Then, I was a bit suspicious - will it be a kitschy pastiche? Or a bloody gory mess? Or a costume sweet nothing? My fears were dispelled after almost 3 unforgettable hours at the local theater. Steven Spielberg has made a truly amazing masterwork of art, and his hand of genius is impeccable here. The film is never boring, never drags, never stuns in a bad way. It is a mature, deep, decent, daring step into seemingly slow territory of an Amendment hearings and private life of the most beloved US President. This is not a war film like Private Ryan, or Gettysburg. Do not expect grand battle scenes. But, this is a great film about how terrible any war is. The anti-war sentiment is so vivid and strong here. The very topic of the Congress hearings could be dull and boring, but a great array of great actors made this thrilling and captivating. The casting is perfect - Daniel Day Lews, Sally Field, Tommy Lee Jones and many others made this film a feast for eyes and ears. The historical background is also very accurate and precise - you almost feel the coolness of White House rooms in winter, or a deep smell of blood in a battlefield, or a sweet smell of flowers on a table in the Mansion. The film is a big winner and a must-see for all clever people. 10 out of 10 - must be 100 out of 100