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Nixon (DVD, 2002, 2-Disc Set, Director's Cut)

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NOTE - This is 212 minute directors cut which has 28 minutes added but it is a single disc - NOT a 2 disc set.

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Using a nonchronological narrative style � la CITIZEN KANE (from which he quotes), director Oliver Stone explores former president Richard Nixon's strict Quaker upbringing, his nascent political strivings in law school, and his strangely self-effacing courtship of his wife, Pat (played by Joan Allen). The contradictions in his character are revealed early, in the vicious campaign against Helen Gahagan Douglas and the oddly masochistic Checkers speech. His defeat at the hands of the hated and envied John F. Kennedy in the 1960 presidential election, followed by the loss of the 1962 California gubernatorial race, seem to signal the end of his career. Yet, although wholly lacking in charisma, Nixon remains a brilliant political operator, seizing the opportunity provided by the backlash against the antiwar movementto take the presidency in 1968. It is only when safely in office, running far ahead in the polls for the 1972 presidential election, that his growing paranoia comes to full flower, triggering the Watergate scandal.Surprisingly, Stone evinces considerable compassion as he gives us a Nixon of tragic stature and nearly Shakespearean dimension in this powerfully moving film. The star-studded cast, including Ed Harris and James Woods, complements Hopkins's extraordinary performance.

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0786936166750
eBay Product ID (ePID)
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Product Key Features

Actor
Joan Allen, Anthony Hopkins
Director
Oliver Stone
Edition
Director's Cut
Rating
R
Format
DVD
Release Year
2002
Movie/TV Title
Nixon
Sub-Genre
Biography
Genre
Drama

Additional Product Features

Number of Discs
2
Country/Region of Manufacture
USA
LeafCats
617
Film Country
USA
Display Format
Director's Cut
Leading Role
Joan Allen, Anthony Hopkins
Release Date
20020312

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4.7

4.7 out of 5 stars based on 9 product ratings9 product ratings

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4 out of 5 stars
by toadman0211Nov 10, 2006
A selective judgment of a complex President
Anthony Hopkins gives a magnific...ent performance as the complex, troubled Richard Nixon in an Oliver Stone film that is essentially faithful to documented sources. The choice of sources, however, is ungenerous. The unappealing character traits of the President are amply displayed in a selective biography that takes the viewer to the climax of the Watergate drama. Absent are references to any of Nixon's considerable achievements. As a result, the film, while raw and compelling, lacks historical perspective. Brilliant supporting performances from the "Palace Guard" surrounding the President (Haldeman, Ehrlichman, Kissinger, Haig, Mitchell and Dean) contribute to the apparent authenticity of the film. Over them all towers the dark, unpredictable, vengeful figure of Richard Nixon. As the President's troubles threaten the Presidency and the constitutional crisis paralyses executive government, Hopkins is frighteningly convincing as a powerless occupant of the White House. The sole criticism of the film is that, if it were less biased, it would ultimately be more convincing. But that is the stuff of history books, not of Hollywood.
5 out of 5 stars
by tjmcweissJan 03, 2007
Nixon, the movie by Oliver Stone
In our opinion, this movie has always gotte...n a bad rap. For one thing, pro-NIxon people claim it shows him in a bad light - but if you see one of the documentaries about Nixon, you'll ;quickly see that Stone was amazingly nice about him. We thought it was extremely well written and filmed and the acting was superb. We also decided to look on it as a Shakespearian tragedy - which is what it is - an epic tragedy of a man who got everything he ever wanted and couldn't resist destroying it because of his inner demons. If Shakespeare were alive and writing, this is exactly the thing he would be doing - huge films about huge subjects. The quote at the beginning: What does it profiteth a man to win the world and lose his immortal soul? Truly describes the meat of this movie. Whether you like Nixon the man, or hate him, this movie is thought provoking about men and souls and what life is about.
4 out of 5 stars
by poppyoriginalsSep 09, 2006
How much of this is fiction?
We enjoyed this movie...but came away from it w...ondering how much of this was fictionalized. Does Oliver Stone take too many liberties with the truth in his movies? Was Nixon really as paranoid as portrayed...IS our government really as corrupt?? Anthony Hopkins and the actor who play Kissinger were SUPERB! I often forgot they were actors. Movie is long and my husband thought it became tredious in places; it held my interest from beginning to end.
5 out of 5 stars
by kkfla777Feb 08, 2017Verified purchase: Yes
One of the best movies ever
Oliver Stone's best ever movie. Always a timely ...watch.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
5 out of 5 stars
by boswick90May 29, 2010
Excellent Bid, Great Seller.
A nice fair bid, no last minute buyers and a gr...eat price for a great movie. I look forward to watching it when it comes.

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How much of this is fiction?

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