A Little Long But Worth It.

Rating: 9/10 (23 January 2004)

I only know part of the complex story behind this production. The
writer, Trumbo, received his first credit after being jailed by the
House Un-American Committee. Some of the most crucial
scenes were removed because of the MPAA. Thankfully, the
restored extended version is amazing. Kubrick came to the project
late and didn't like the script or the lead actress. Unfortunately, he
replaced her with Simmons; she's a decent actress, but the plot
depends on her being a gorgeous woman, which she's not. This
is Douglas' finest performance (that I've seen). A great epic movie
with a famous poster by Saul Bass. This is the story of a rebel
made by rebels, and they changed Hollywood in the process.
Bravo!