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[John Adams] Special sneak peak of the HBO mini-series, "John Adams," starring Paul Giamatti, Laura Linney and directed by Tom Hooper.
Empire, 03/01/2009, 4 stars out of 5 -- "The acting, especially from Giamatti as the irascible Adams and Laura Linney as his wife Abigail, who steered him clear of vanity, has the tang of authenticity..."
Distributor Note
John Adams is a sprawling HBO miniseries event that depicts the extraordinary life and times of one of Americas least understood, and most underestimated, founding fathers: the second President of the United States, John Adams. Starring Paul Giamatti (Sideways, Cinderella Man, HBOs American Spendor) in the title role and Laura Linney (You Can Count on Me, Kinsey) as Adams devoted wife Abigail, John Adams chronicles the extraordinary life journey of one of the primary shapers of our independence and government, whose legacy has often been eclipsed by more flamboyant contemporaries like George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton and Benjamin Franklin. Set against the backdrop of a nations stormy birth, this sweeping miniseries is a moving love story, a gripping narrative, and a fascinating study of human nature. Above all, at a time when the nation is increasingly polarized politically, this story celebrates the shared values of liberty and freedom upon which this country was built.
Source: Warner Home Video
Release Note
DVD Features:
Widescreen Additional Release Material: Documentary Featurette Production Notes
DVD Features:
Full Frame - 1.33 Widescreen - 1.85 Additional Release Material: Documentary: Painting with Words Featurette: The Making Of JOHN ADAMS Text/Photo Galleries: Production Notes Facts Are Stubborn Things - An Exclusive Onscreen Historical Guide
Product Notes
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.
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I found this movie to be one that was very well true to its depiction of the
revolutionary war and how John Adams fought to be true to not only his country
and family, but to himself. I must say the performances in this film were
outstanding by all the actors involved. Paul Giamatti and Laura Linney of course
are always wonderful. Tom Hanks did magnificent work here!
John Adams, April 24, 2008
By Andrew
Paul Giamatti can do anything and everything! I love this guy.
Incredible
mini-series from HBO!