For three years after being forced from office, Nixon remained silent. But in summer 1977, the steely, cunning former commander-in-chief agreed to sit for one all-inclusive interview to confront the questions of his time in office and the Watergate scandal that ended his presidency. Nixon surprised everyone in selecting Frost as his televised confessor, intending to easily outfox the breezy British showman and secure a place in the hearts and minds of Americans. Likewise, Frost's team harboured doubts about their boss's ability to hold his own. But as the cameras rolled, a charged battle of wits resulted..
✓ Released: [realease]
✓ Runtime : 122 minutes
✓ Genre: Drama, History
✓ Stars: Michael Sheen, Frank Langella, Kevin Bacon, Sam Rockwell, Matthew Macfadyen
✓ Director: Hans Zimmer, Brian Grazer, Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Janet Hirshenson
The Frost/Nixon (2008) is another solid showing, complete with good performances and an intriguing mystery, but there's a lack of artistic ambition here that keeps it from elevating to the higher tiers of the genre.Although its storytelling isn't particularly innovative, The Frost/Nixon (2008) is an absorbing piece of television, with the potential to boost the appeal of Polish productions for an international audience."
Frost/Nixon (2008) is staring with Michael Sheen, Frank Langella, Kevin Bacon, Sam Rockwell, Matthew Macfadyen, a compelling, flawed story of true crime and obsession - and its flaws are part of what make it so intriguing. the movie can be very difficult to watch; it's haunting and incredibly sad. But that's also what made it all the more moving, in the end, to see the survivors join together: bonding, smiling, and living their lives in the light.
What gives Cursed its edge is the source material, which subverts centuries of lore and oppressive systems. The Netflix adaptation isn't nearly as captivating, but it still manages to be a quaint escape from reality. For better or worse, filmmaker Hans Zimmer, Brian Grazer, Tim Bevan, Eric Fellner, Janet Hirshenson juggles two parallel storylines. Basketball fans will be able to follow along with no problem, most already familiar with the story, but newcomers might find all the jumping around confusing.