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Lincoln is an honorable portrait of America's most venerated idol held together by its powerful performances. The film suffers from pacing problems early on and some awkward tonal shifts and gags, but for those willing to remain patient, Spielberg's latest effort offers a strong emotional reward.
Ultimately, "Hitchcock" proves entertaining, but hardly satisfying. Helen Mirren's performance is engrossing and heartfelt, but the treatment of the film's central icon feels superficially handled by the script and filmmakers. Some fans of the historic director will surely get a laugh out of the scarce nods and hints toward his movies, but this film is not likely to linger long afterward.
The audience I watched the film with could not stop laughing and let out a liberating round of applause during the film's climax. Russell's film, led by a pitch perfect cast, gives its audience the cathartic experience that its main characters seek out during its entirety. Regardless of whether the viewer is simply seeking laughs or a deeper, uplifting affirmation of the human spirit, Silver Linings Playbook will easily prove to be one of the most fulfilling films of the year.
Skyfall is everything that one could hope for from a Bond film: a memorable villain, a nuanced script, dazzling visuals, propulsive action, and even some fan service and nods to older films in the storied franchise. The Bond franchise may now be in its 50th year, but this film shows us that his best days may still be ahead.
