Young Mr. Lincoln
The story of Abraham Lincoln that has NEVER been told!
The story of Abraham Lincoln that has NEVER been told!
Drama, History
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1939
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In this dramatized account of his early law career in Illinois, Abraham Lincoln is born into a modest log cabin, where he is encouraged by his first love, Ann Rutledge, to pursue law. Following her tragic death, Lincoln establishes a law practice in Springfield, where he meets a young Mary Todd. Lincoln's law skills are put to the test when he takes on the difficult task of defending two brothers who have been accused of murder.
Director:
Cast:
Same Director
Details
Rated:
APPROVED
Runtime:
100 min
Release date:
9 Jun 1939
Country:
US
Languages:
English
Budget:
$0
Revenue:
$0
Awards:
Nominated for 1 Oscar. Another 3 wins & 1 nomination.
Top Critics Reviews
fresh:
Fonda's physical presence throughout the film is a thing of magic, as he seems to glide from one position to the next, never looking awkward even when he is bent in three places to fit within the frame.
– Douglas Pratt,
Hollywood Reporter,
8 Mar 2006
fresh:
One of the decade's most significant works, the film was admired by Soveit director Sergei Eisenstein for its embodiment of the era's spirit and by the French critics of Cahiers du Cinema for its convergence of ideology and style.
– Emanuel Levy,
Variety,
26 Jan 2006
fresh:
Henry Fonda's characterization is one of those once-in-a-blue-moon things: a crossroads meeting of nature, art and a smart casting director.
– Frank S. Nugent,
New York Times,
20 May 2003
fresh:
This first product of the Ford-Fonda partnership -- reputedly a favourite not only of Ford but of Eisenstein too -- today commands classic status.
– ,
Time Out,
24 Jun 2006