>other than a platform for Portman to do a good impression,
>what did we learn here?
>
>there really wasn't a conflict to drive anything interesting.
>no real character evolution, no real insight other than a few
>"behind the scenes" moments that may or may not even be based
>in fact. and I agree with the post above that the framing
>device of the interview is awkward and unnecessary.
>
>Portman's dedication to the character is impressive, but i
>left this one with a shrug.

Also holy shit Sarsgaard was tremendously miscast...

And where are all the old white "liberals" mad at the depiction of LBJ in this one??

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