Directed by : Steven Spielberg
Written by : Matt Charman, Ethan Coen, Joel Coen
Starring : Tom Hanks, Mark Rylance
Release Date : October 14, 2015
Based on true historical events, "Bridge Of Spies" is about an insurance lawyer who is thrust into the world of espionage and world politics. This is not some spy thriller that's tense filled with lots of action and excitement. This is more about the conversations, the ideals brought up, and a look at a very precarious historical time of the Cold War.
Tom Hanks is impressive as James Donovan, the lawyer that becomes an American pariah for defending a Russian spy on trial. Mark Rylance is excellent as Rudolph Abel, the calm and collected Russian spy who puts his trust and respect towards Donovan. Some of the best dialogue in the movie are between the two characters, and there's even a running joke that they have that I found entertaining.
The most impactful aspect about this movie is that it celebrates standing up for what's right despite public opinion. Standing up for your fellow human being, whoever they are and wherever they are from. Standing up for having a strong character trait that stands by their ideals for integrity and for proper justice. It's amazing what can be accomplished just by talking and not by violence, and that's why James Donovan is a true hero that deserves more recognition.
While "Bridge Of Spies" may be a bit dry and slow paced for some movie goers, I found it rather inspirational, and appreciated the message it was relaying.
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