Powerful Performances, Despite Poor Pacing,

Rating: 7/10 (17 July 2016)

Lincoln is a good movie with a well developed plot and a stellar cast. The performances are certainly what makes this worthwhile, Daniel Day-Lewis gives an empowering, theatrical performance that is spellbinding, truly living and breathing the dedication, perseverance of the great Abraham Lincoln.
The pacing of the film was a problem, it is very one note, one level of energy, never rising or falling. There are far too many courtroom scenes, focusing far too frequently on Lincoln's struggles to abolish slavery, which I understand is the main story, but I would like to have gotten a better glimpse in to the man's personal life.
The sets and designs are truly beautiful, Steven Spoelberg and his crew put in a lot of time to ensure it all genuinely looks like America in the 1800's, this was very effective in bringing the story to life. While it may be dull at times, Lincoln is saved by powerful acting and top notch directing, for Day-Lewis's Oscar winning performance alone, it is worth the watch.
United States president Abraham Lincoln campaigns to end slavery and the horror of the American Civil War.
Best Performance: Daniel Day-Lewis