Bridge of Spies
Steven Spielberg directs this Cold War spy drama, co-written by the Coen brothers. Tom Hanks is a Brooklyn lawyer recruited by the CIA for a near-impossible task: negotiating the release of an American pilot detained by the Soviet Union. Based on the 1960 U-2 incident in which pilot Francis Gary Powers - who was shot down over Soviet land - was released in exchange for a captive KGB spy held under the custody of the United States.
- Director:
- Steven Spielberg ('Jaws', 'Saving Private Ryan', 'Schindler's List', 'Catch Me If You Can')
- Writer:
- Ethan CoenJoel CoenMatt Charman
- Cast:
- Tom HanksAmy RyanAlan AldaEve HewsonMark RylanceBilly Magnussen
Reviews & comments
Flicks, Dominic Corry
flicksThe prospect of seeing Steven Spielberg sink his teeth into the Cold War is an enticing one indeed, but although Bridge of Spies contains a couple of tense set-pieces, it is much more focused on being a character drama than a period thriller.
Classic Spielberg
A very entertaining and wonderfully performed film from Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg once again. With a run time of 141 minutes I was expecting it to drag and become rather boring but luckily I was mistaken. Tom Hanks once again is magnificent and has exceptional delivery of his script which was written by the Coen Brothers which surprised me when the...
Spielberg does not disappoint
I really enjoyed this it is a good historical spy drama. I have found it worth going to each Spielberg movie as he generally delivers. If you are looking for explosions and lots of gunfire you will be disappointed. If you enjoy good suspenseful drama that is well acted and directed (with a good narrative) then go see this.
A creative team to die for
A spy film in the tradition of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, with an unashamedly 'Murrican sensibility, this inspired-by-true-events Cold War drama is also a total masterclass in filmmaking from Steven Spielberg and regular DP Janusz Kaminski - not to mention the Coen brothers' contribution to the screenplay: their trademark brand of sardonic humour, combined...
Variety
pressWhile the helmer’s myth-making approach makes for great Capra-esque entertainment, younger auds may find it terribly old-fashioned...
Time Out
pressA deeply satisfying Cold War spy thriller that feels more subdued than usual for the director...
The Telegraph
pressA handsome and mature entertainment, rich with novelistic intrigue, that asks for very little in exchange for its rewards.
The New York Times
pressLike most of Mr. Spielberg's films, a consummate entertainment that sweeps you up with pure cinema.
Rolling Stone
pressMay be a snooze to the ADD crowd allergic to historical drama, but it's dished out by experts.
Los Angeles Times
pressA consummate professional's tribute to a gifted amateur, a smooth entertainment with a strong but subtle political subtext that's both potent and unexpected.
Hollywood Reporter
pressAn absorbing true-life espionage tale very smoothly handled by old pros who know what they're doing.
FilmInk
pressEntertaining and thought provoking... gives real historical events a human face, and rates as a surprising crowd pleaser in the process.
Flicks, Dominic Corry
flicksThe prospect of seeing Steven Spielberg sink his teeth into the Cold War is an enticing one indeed, but although Bridge of Spies contains a couple of tense set-pieces, it is much more focused on being a character drama than a period thriller.
Variety
pressWhile the helmer’s myth-making approach makes for great Capra-esque entertainment, younger auds may find it terribly old-fashioned...
Time Out
pressA deeply satisfying Cold War spy thriller that feels more subdued than usual for the director...
The Telegraph
pressA handsome and mature entertainment, rich with novelistic intrigue, that asks for very little in exchange for its rewards.
The New York Times
pressLike most of Mr. Spielberg's films, a consummate entertainment that sweeps you up with pure cinema.
Rolling Stone
pressMay be a snooze to the ADD crowd allergic to historical drama, but it's dished out by experts.
Los Angeles Times
pressA consummate professional's tribute to a gifted amateur, a smooth entertainment with a strong but subtle political subtext that's both potent and unexpected.
Hollywood Reporter
pressAn absorbing true-life espionage tale very smoothly handled by old pros who know what they're doing.
FilmInk
pressEntertaining and thought provoking... gives real historical events a human face, and rates as a surprising crowd pleaser in the process.
Classic Spielberg
A very entertaining and wonderfully performed film from Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg once again. With a run time of 141 minutes I was expecting it to drag and become rather boring but luckily I was mistaken. Tom Hanks once again is magnificent and has exceptional delivery of his script which was written by the Coen Brothers which surprised me when the...
Spielberg does not disappoint
I really enjoyed this it is a good historical spy drama. I have found it worth going to each Spielberg movie as he generally delivers. If you are looking for explosions and lots of gunfire you will be disappointed. If you enjoy good suspenseful drama that is well acted and directed (with a good narrative) then go see this.
A creative team to die for
A spy film in the tradition of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, with an unashamedly 'Murrican sensibility, this inspired-by-true-events Cold War drama is also a total masterclass in filmmaking from Steven Spielberg and regular DP Janusz Kaminski - not to mention the Coen brothers' contribution to the screenplay: their trademark brand of sardonic humour,...
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