When it comes to my favorite actor I find myself so challenged by the immensity of the acting skills that so many actors possess. Without mentioning other names, I want to say that Sean Penn has that inner strength which, when unleashed, roars so loud that ends up with such powerful and breathtaking performances. He has never hesitated to unleash his unique talent and he hasn't this time as well. The Assassination of Richard Nixon is the ultimate example of this indisputable talent of Mr. Sean Penn. "Sweet and Lowdown" was the first case when I saw this great, great actor perform so deeply...and this time I see him again. The movie concentrates on the everyday life of a struggling man who, because of a discouraging stream of personal failures, ends up being the assassin-wannabe of President Richard Nixon, for whom he expresses an unusual abhorrence. For me, it had very little to do with the assassination attempt itself since the entire movie talked about the ups and downs of this person who challenged to kick off a business out of an incomprehensible idea. The man is an eccentric of his own with odd mannerisms and open-mindedness which happens to be contradicted by his community. He is compassionate and caring but he finds himself radically opposed from people around him because of his peculiar mindset. I didn't adore the plot as much as I adored the acting...the acting which was so...so rare and strenuous and captivating. 10/10 (despite some flaws)
Review of The Assassination of Richard Nixon
