Lincoln

PG-13

Released Nov 16, 2012

2 hr. 29 min.

History

Drama

Biography

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With the nation embroiled in still another year with the high death count of Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln brings the full measure of his passion, humanity and political skill to what would become his defining legacy: to end the war and permanently abolish slavery through the 13th Amendment. Having great courage, acumen and moral fortitude, Lincoln pushes forward to compel the nation, and those in government who oppose him, to aim toward a greater good for all mankind.

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Critics Consensus

Daniel Day-Lewis characteristically delivers in this witty, dignified portrait that immerses the audience in its world and entertains even as it informs.

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Grant H

Dreadfully dull! If you're an insomniac, I recommend this film as a cure. The title is a misnomer as we learn little about Lincoln's life except for this concentrated snapshot in which everyone talks incessantly about not much. Call it "The Thirteenth Amendment". If you're looking to learn about the man, you'll be disappointed. The twee treatment of the Gettysburg Address is typical Spielberg who ought to stick to sci-fi spectaculars and leave insightful biographies to the experts.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

02/23/24

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Scott S

Daniel Day-Lewis's portrayal of Abraham Lincoln is spell binding and Steven Spielberg did an amazing job of bringing the story of the passage of the 13th amendment to life in a way no one else could. If you are at all interested in American History, this is a must see! My wife and I will every few years watch it on or near Lincoln's birthday. Enjoy! P.S. It is a bit long, so you may want to watch it over a few nights. P.P.S. A few of the historical details, have been tweaked to add to the drama of the movie. But generally, it jives pretty well with the facts of history. :)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/17/24

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Nate C

A very charming witty historic film

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/03/24

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Augustine J

Lincoln was a good historical drama. Daniel Day-Lewis' performance is spotless as expected. Tommy Lee Jones plays the typical Tommy Lee Jones character so that helps to enliven the movie. Spielberg does not leave a lot of his personal taste on this movie, most likely because of the heavy subject. I don't dislike this movie, it was a pleasant enough watch, it's a good film, but it just doesn't really speak to me. I'd recommend this to history or drama buffs

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/01/24

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ozzy B

an unpleasant experience

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

01/05/24

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Nia L

Gosh this is an awful movie

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

12/29/23

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Steven Spielberg

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Daniel Day-Lewis

Abraham Lincoln

Sally Field

Mary Todd Lincoln

David Strathairn

Secretary of State William Seward

Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Robert Todd Lincoln

James Spader

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Lincoln is a triumph.

Rated: 4/4

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Deborah Ross

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Its narrative swoop largely takes the legislative detail in its stride, plus the star is Daniel Day-Lewis, which is always a thing. He is not so much an actor, more a shape shifter.

Sep 4, 2018

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Larushka Ivan-Zadeh

metro.co.uk

It's an intricate, thought- provoking and (be warned) very talkie study of democracy that is almost entirely schmaltz-free.

Rated: 5/5

Sep 1, 2017

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Andrew Collins

Radio Times

Spielberg's epic plays like The West Wing in stovepipe hats, and although it may be a little stolid for some, the film brings to life a moment of 19th-century political brinkmanship in captivating style.

Rated: 4/5

Apr 12, 2024

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Fico Cangiano

CineXpress Podcast

Daniel Day-Lewis delivers a performance for the ages in Steven Spielberg's solid historical drama. [Full review in Spanish]

Rated: 4/5

Apr 9, 2024

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Lincoln is immersive and respectable, and one of Spielberg’s most disciplined undertakings as a filmmaker.

Rated: 3.5/4

Sep 21, 2022

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Synopsis

With the nation embroiled in still another year with the high death count of Civil War, President Abraham Lincoln brings the full measure of his passion, humanity and political skill to what would become his defining legacy: to end the war and permanently abolish slavery through the 13th Amendment. Having great courage, acumen and moral fortitude, Lincoln pushes forward to compel the nation, and those in government who oppose him, to aim toward a greater good for all mankind.

Director: Steven Spielberg
Executive Producer: Jonathan King, Daniel Lupi, Jeff Skoll
Screenwriter: Tony Kushner
Distributor: DreamWorks SKG
Production Co: Amblin Entertainment, Kennedy/Marshall
Rating: PG-13 (Intense Scene of War Violence|Brief Strong Language|Some Images of Carnage)
Genre: History, Drama, Biography
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 16, 2012, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 3, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA): $182.2M
Sound Mix: Datasat, SDDS, Dolby Digital

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