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  Written December 12, 2008

  FROST/NIXON = ENTHRALLINGLY ABSORBING. GRADE: SOLID A

  by MOVIES REVIEWER

  I just saw the advance press preview of this 122-minute movie based on the stage play that was based on events leading up to including the David Frost exclusive 70s interview with disgraced ex-President Richard Nixon.
  
  I found the movie to be STUNNINGLY illuminating, thought-provoking, revealing, humanizing, and exceedingly EXCELLENTLY well-made by director/producer Ron Howard.
  The STELLAR cast led by Frank Langella and Michael Sheen shone with great talent. AWESOME acting!!!
  
  Initially, I thought it was going to be a boring drama or documentary - but I was mistaken in my (mis)assumption - because this movie riveted me - glued me to my seat in anticipation as the story unfolded - well-paced and well-scripted - at times suspenseful and at times comically funny/tragic.
  
  I am SO GLAD to have seen this movie - and I urge everyone to give it a chance as it is one of the best movies of this year.
  
  VERDICT:
  HIGHLY-RECOMMENDED.
  A Must-See movie.

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  Written December 11, 2008

  Great Movie--Almost as great as the Play

  by DrewFromNY

  Movie was great--top 5 of 2008. I was fortunate enough to see the play on Broadway and THAT was also amazing. A reliable friend said the movie was better than the play--I saw it with my wife and we loved the movie, but thought it was just below the very high standard set by the play. That said, it is a must-see: Great acting by the two leads, compelling story and excellently directed. Go see it!

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  Written December 11, 2008

  Must See

  by clazaro76

  The movie was very well done. It showed Nixon in a very human light, and there are definitely parallels to the current president. My favorite line was "When the president does it, it is not illegal." I have already recommended it to several friends.

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  Written December 10, 2008

  Frost/Nixon

  by LynCon

  This film is a must for any person interested in polotics. Sheen and Langella both have the characters down pat. Their personal and professional dueling brought back memories of the original telecast. With the recent release of Nixon tapes make him even more paranoid than the film shows. I did not remember his chief of staff but Kevin Bacon does a really great job of someone who clearly adored this president.

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  Written January 21, 2009

  Frost/Nixon

  by Jnkbond

  Its definitely worth seeing, well acted, and highly entertaining. Historicallly acurate with depth and detail.
  

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  Written January 28, 2009

  Frost/Nixon

  by SSpielberg52

  Ron Howard has created a great film. His character development is excellent, and he is able to generate suspense in a movie about a television interview. The acting is very good, and the portrayal of Richard Nixon is both complex and sympathetic. The scene of Nixon leaving his final interview with Frost and approaching a bystander with a small dog is memorable, capturing the tragic essence of a broken man. This film will take you to a deeper, more human understanding of Watergate and the man behind it.

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  Written December 15, 2008

  frost/Nixon

  by artzigas

  I found later that this movie was an exageration, and was not quite true in its facts; too bad.
  Art

  • 5 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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  Written January 5, 2009

  Frost/Nixon....

  by ralphsdad1957

  Having lived through those turbulent times of Watergate, I was prepared to witness a complete attack on the character who was Richard Nixon. Instead I found the movie to portray the fallen, broken man in almost sympathetic tones. The performances were very good and the movie's pace was fine. There were some metaphors that were elementary, to which Nixon would have cringed, however, all in all the movie was insightful and entertaining. I took my 14yr old son to see it and he enjoyed the way history came to life for this man at his most vulnerable time.

  • 5 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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  Written December 28, 2008

  Frost/Nixon

  by sleeper

  I lived through this time in our history and the ending was still fantastic! The lead character who played Nixon did so very cleverly with his appearance and mannerisms. The only disarming thing was his attempt to sound like Nixon at times, but even that was fine when the facial expressions reminded me exactly of Nixon.
  The plot was well thought out, and presented in a way that kept me on the edge of my chair. The use of humor on a serious topic worked well in this instance. My two sons loved it as well. It is really worth seeing.

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  Written January 26, 2009

  Frosting Nixon

  by JDB728

  I can't say enough good things about this film. First, it reminded me of Flags of our Fathers(a great movie) in the kinda flashback mode the movie used, not the same but it's what it reminded me of. Second, Frank Langella and Micheal Sheen were just plain amazing in their portrayals of Richard M. Nixon & David Frost. Third, this is now my single favorite Ron Howard directed movie.
  Kevin Bacon was great, as were all of the other cast members.
  This movie does a great job of humanizing and getting you to somewhat sympathize with the man who was the "Boogeyman" of the democrats, and considered by many to be one of the worst presidents we've ever had.
  
  My recommendation is to go see this movie as soon as you get the chance, it's got some slight humor, it's moving, it's gripping. Like I said, now my favorite Ron Howard directed film.
  You will not be disappointed.
  
  Thanks and happy watchings.

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  Written January 4, 2009

  An amazing movie

  by Serious_Movie_Fan

  Frank Langella as Nixon did an wonderful job. A movie worth seeing.

  • 7 out of 10 found this review helpful.
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  Written January 18, 2009

  Frost/Nixon

  by chuchunezbie

  I was impressed with how well the film kept me interested from beginning to end. My expectations for this were low so the outcome was very nice. I really liked how Ron Howard was able to make something as dull as an entrance to an interview so riveting and exciting. Throughout the whole length of the interview sequences, I found myself in a state of suspense (Hans Zimmer also contributes to this with his great score). Although it seems to be a strange portrayal, I saw Richard Nixon as an evil villain and David Frost as a superhero. although the film has about as much physical action as a dead bug, it is mental action packed. The entire time you wonder if David Frost will actually bring Nixon down (especially after their first interview). You learn the shifty ways of Richard Nixon and how he could take any negative subject against him and turn it into a nice little anecdote about some guy he met once at a golf course (hypothetically speaking). I was impress with how good this movie was

  • 5 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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  Written December 20, 2008

  Frost/Nixon

  by Melliz

  For anyone not around during the 70"s this is a must see. The acting (especially Langella) is terrific. I actually started to see Nixon, not Langella. Although the "crime" pales by today's standards, the study of the presidency is a worthy subject.

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• Must Go!
  Written December 29, 2008

  Amazing Acting

  by joinerjay1951

  Frost/Nixon is a must-see film, not only for the historical perspective, but the outstanding performances of Langella and Sheen. Frank Langella's portrayal of Richard Nixon is striking on several levels. While he doesn't resemble Nixon physically, he has mastered the mannerisms and speeh patterns perfectly. I have never felt any pity for Nixon, but this film comes very close to making one feel for the man. I suspect that is the quality of Langella's performance, rather than any feeling for Nixon, the person, although the film gives one a new perspective on the events and the emotions of the participants. One of the most striking and disarming moments comes in the final meeting of Frost and Nixon after the interviews have been completed; the scene is like looking into the soul of Nixon. Sheen and Bacon were equally compelling, but the film belongs to Frank Langella.
  

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• Must Go!
  Written February 5, 2009

  Nixon/Frost: Confessions of a crook

  by jniebaum

  Tension filled and extremely well acted, this is a must see for those of us who lived through the Nixon resignation and trauma. This film was far better than I expected.

  • 7 out of 10 found this review helpful.
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