The epic sweep supports thoughtful reflection on the evolution of a fragile early republic...and the fragile ego of the man crucial to its existence. [Blu-ray]
John Adams (2008)
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Reviews Counted:5
Fresh:5
Rotten:0
Average Rating:8.3/10
Runtime: 9 hrs 20 mins
Genre: Television
Synopsis: This epic miniseries from HBO takes viewers inside the incredible life of John Adams, the second president of the United States. Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning book by David McCullough, the... This epic miniseries from HBO takes viewers inside the incredible life of John Adams, the second president of the United States. Based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning book by David McCullough, the seven-part series follow Adams (Paul Giamatti, SIDEWAYS) during his leadership of America during some of its most turbulent times. It also captures his profound relationship with his wife Abigail (Laura Linney, YOU CAN COUNT ON ME), one of history's great love stories. From the Boston Massacre--where Adams defended the accused British soldiers--to his role in the Revolution and framing the Constitution, Adams showed himself to be an uncommon man, following his convictions while also facing his own personal demons. It's a story of tragedy, love, war, friendship, freedom, liberty, and a uniquely American life. [More]
Starring: Paul Giamatti, Laura Linney, Stephen Dillane, Danny Huston
Starring: Paul Giamatti, Laura Linney, Stephen Dillane, Danny Huston, David Morse, Sarah Polley, Tom Wilkinson, Rufus Sewell
Director: Tom Hooper
Director: Tom Hooper
Reviews for John Adams
The wisdom of John Adams' makers is not just to avoid powdered-wig iconography, but to actively tear down those limiting views of these revolutionary leaders and their tumultuous times.
It's the most nuanced biographical portrait of a historical figure I've ever seen on the screen.
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