Watching a Steven Spielberg film is such an absolute pleasure and Bridge of Spies continues his brilliant filmmaking tradition. Everything here is near perfect with impeccable production values, an excellent script, impressive acting, and an assured pacing that lets the history unfold in a compelling and engaging way.
Tom Hanks is fabulous as the lead. I don’t know how Hanks does it. I know it’s him up there on the screen and yet, within a few minutes of running time, Hanks disappears and his character, James B. Donovan is all that is left. I completely believed Hanks was that guy. He’s amazing in this as usual.
The art direction, costumes, and production design transport you to 1957. This is Oscar-worthy work. The script is brilliant (thanks in part to the Coen brothers). Spielberg has a knack for making important historical moments come to life and Bridge of Spies is no different. See this one.