Seen recently at Aksarben Cinema
It's a little like watching the History Channel, but I didn't mind learning.
If you're a fan of Daniel Day-Lewis, you won't be surprised at how he loses himself completely in the character, bringing to life a revered figure by showing people the man he might have been - the scheming politician, the storyteller with a great sense of timing, the frustrated husband and father.
You will be surprised at how funny the film is - thanks, in great part, to the trio of fixers - led by a well-fed James Spader - who are hired to procure enough votes to end slavery via constitutional amendment.
I could have done with a little less speechifying, though. It made me think about period dramas that handle dialogue incredibly well - Downton Abbey immediately springs to mind. I also would have ended the film with the quiet but powerful scene in which Lincoln heads out for the theater - everyone knows what happens next, so there's no need for a recap (you're welcome, Steven Spielberg).
Bonus Bones: 0
No Civil War love for the four-legged other than horses.
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