ThiefHott Too much of everything

GamerTab That was an excellent one.

Platicsco Good story, Not enough for a whole film

Fleur Actress is magnificent and exudes a hypnotic screen presence in this affecting drama.

fonzy-62585 Overall the film brings in an enjoyable experience to fans of historical accuracy and to fans of emotional presence that is displayed on screen. I myself was very intrigued by the aspect of showcasing the anguish expressed by southerners in the film. How their disappointment and drive for the conflict between the North and the South was surely not yet over. Also in terms of the film in relation to Abraham Lincoln, I feel that this was done with superb accuracy. From the representation of his assassination to his absolutely mournful journey to his final resting place of Springfield, Illinois; it was all handled with great care. And although I was looking forward to seeing more of Lincoln in this film, I felt that attributes of his personality weren't left off screen but rather expressed by James McAvoy's character, Frederick Aiken. With Aiken defending Mary Surratt, played by Robin Wright, we see the heavily emotional and unpredictable events transpire between the two of them and practically all the people of Washington D.C. Furthermore it somewhat reminded me of a film titled Young Mr. Lincoln (1939) starring Henry Fonda as Lincoln. It contains similar characteristics such as the setting of a courtroom as well as the interesting and shocking dialogue performed between characters throughout. Finally, if you find the film to be slow or boring, than I believe you are not in search of the fantastic arrangement of displaying honor, emotions, and faith that is similar to other films involving the idea of President Lincoln and the Civil War.

SnoopyStyle It's 1865. Captain Frederick Aiken (James McAvoy) returns as a hero looking to be a lawyer and be with his girlfriend Sarah Weston (Alexis Bledel). John Wilkes Booth and his companions attack the President and Secretary of State William Seward. After Lincoln's death, Secretary of War Edwin Stanton (Kevin Kline) rounds up the suspects including Mary Surratt (Robin Wright). Her son John Surratt had escaped. Maryland Senator Reverdy Johnson (Tom Wilkinson) is Mary Surratt's lawyer and he asks Aiken to be his second chair. Major General David Hunter (Colm Meaney) heads the military tribunal. Johnson as a southerner wants the reluctant Aiken to take over the case. Sarah and his friend Nicholas Baker (Justin Long) are both initially shocked. Anna Surratt (Evan Rachel Wood) is Mary's daughter.It's a fascinating lesser known history. The problem for the movie is that she and her son are basically guilty of something. The story is interesting, but it is never elevated to a point where I actually care about her case. The government essentially found the right people. She may have been overcharged and the government may have railroaded her. At best, she knew of their conspiracy and she didn't stop it. I don't even think that the movie's position and whether she knew the conspiracy turn from kidnapping to murder is not a big deal. This is like an academic exercise although it's a very fascinating one. The movie is also hampered by some slow spots in its two hour running time.

Nicholas DiFlorio I thought that The Conspirator was great movie and you don't need to be a big Civil War buff to enjoy it. I had never real heard or been taught much about what happened with the trials after Lincons assassination. After watching the movie I did a little more research online and thought that it was a very interesting story and the movie does a great job of telling it. There are some minor historical inaccuracies, it tells of the trial for the conspirators and specifically about Mary Surratt. I think that this is a story that everyone should know and I'm not sure why they don't teach or talk about what happened more in school. Overall I thought that it was a great movie that every one should see, especially if you are interested in the Civil War.

Soccersizzl103 This dramatic and intriguing movie surrounded the grief, pain, and anger of Lincoln's assassination. It showed the injustice and corruption of the government during this trying time in history. The plot is suspenseful, leaving ones eyes glued to the screen trying to anticipate what's going to occur next. Out of 23 movies to chose from for a history assignment, I chose this movie because interested me. It interested me because I was intrigued in how the nation took Lincoln's assassination and what they did to find the people behind the tragic event. Throughout the movie, I started to notice how I was drawn to the characters in a way that I was affected by their moods. At first, Frederick is stuck between a rock and a hard place, between if it's right or wrong to defend Mary Surratt. In the end, his decision to defend Mary Surratt was something worthwhile and he grew fond of her. The corruption and injustice shown in the military government demonstrates the struggle between good and evil. To be honest, at first I was hesitate of how good this movie would turn out to be. Overall, I actually deemed it as a good and intriguing movie as it progressed, but the ending left me deeply upset and angered. I was hoping for a happy ending, but was left with a disappointed and frustrated feeling. Have fun watching!