"Lincoln" is a historical movie with lots of details. It is entertaining in spots, but that is not the intention. It's intention is to teach--to educate. It sheds  insight into the man who served as President during the civil war; and it highlighted the strategies that took place to ensure that the 13th Amendment passed the house. It is ultimately a story about effective leadership, something that we so desperately need, not only in the political realm, but everywhere--school districts, corporations, hospitals--everywhere!

There are some things that are said tongue in cheek; and others that are blatantly expressed. This is a movie where you have to pay attention to each word or you'll miss it. When I walked out of the theatre, which by the way had an audience that felt compelled to applaud at the end, I appreciated  the man and understood the war much more intimately. I appreciate the position of the President of the United States even more. Further, I have more resolve to do whatever I can to make my corner of the world, no matter where I am better than how I find it. So, I guess you might say that I liked this movie very much.