Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Bridge of Spies Adoption Movie Review
In 1957, The United States and the Soviet Union are locked
against each other in the Cold War. Each side is using spies, and because of
great public fear regarding the Soviet Union, spies are viewed with a mixture
of terror and hatred. A Soviet spy, Rudolph Abel, has been captured, but is due
a trial. Leading insurance lawyer Jim Donovan braves public sentiment in order
to take the case and surprisingly finds himself dedicated to Abel in his
pursuit of justice.
The Adoption
Connection
None.
Strong Points
Donovan is loyal and noble. He works to help an enemy in the
interest of justice, and finds the humanity in his enemy that others would deny
exists.
Challenges – BIG SPOILERS
IN THIS SECTION
A judge is portrayed as being disinterested in justice.
Shots are fired into a home, and children are shown in a
state of panic.
Weak Points
None.
Recommendations
Bridge of Spies is an engaging and thought-provoking film.
It’s very well done, and it encourages us to see the humanity in the people we
fear. It’s probably best suited to adults and older teens, maybe 16 and up, but
it’s well worth seeing.
Questions for
Discussion
Does Abel deserve a fair trial?
What groups of people are you scared of?
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