![]() It might desecrate Abe Lincoln’s moral and ethical ideal as a president and person, but it also shows that he was relentlessly passionate and hopeful. Although slow at moments and lacking a consistent continuity, Lincoln is a intricately detailed view on the inspirational president. He sent out patrons to convince, and even bribe, congressmen to vote for abolishing slavery. Lincoln also shows that Abe had to literally lie for the greater good of helping the nation conquer segregation and inequality. Day-Lewis’ outstanding acting and similar physicality embodies and almost revitalizes Abe Lincoln’s image, as he speaks in a gentle voice, laughs with a keen sense of humor, and triumphs with a groundbreaking ability to conquer the country’s and his own demons. Performed brilliantly by Daniel Day-Lewis, we see Lincoln as a whole ‘nother person, not just as a president. It’s the story of the famous 16th US president who sought to abolish slavery and end the Civil War simultaneously. This can be seen through his new historical/political biopic Lincoln. He not only displays the wonder and imagination that partakes in his movies, but he demonstrates the complexities of his characters and how they relate to real life situations or people. Steven Spielberg has a very definitive way of storytelling.
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