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Monday Matinee: “Frost/Nixon” (2013)

Published: March 6, 2024; Author: Julia Sonrisa

 March 11, 2024    12:00 PM-02:00 PM EDT

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Monday Matinee: “Frost/Nixon” (2013)

“Frost/Nixon” is a gripping historical drama that revisits the intense and revealing television interviews between British talk-show host David Frost and former U.S. President Richard Nixon. Although the film was released in 2008, not 2013, it remains a powerful portrayal of a pivotal moment in American history.

Directed by Ron Howard and written by Peter Morgan, the film stars Frank Langella as Richard Nixon and Michael Sheen as David Frost. It captures the tension and drama leading up to and during the interviews, which were Nixon’s first significant public engagement since his resignation in the wake of the Watergate scandal.

The film delves into the preparation and the psychological battle between the two men, highlighting Frost’s determination to extract an admission from Nixon about his role in Watergate, and Nixon’s attempts to resurrect his tarnished reputation. Langella’s and Sheen’s performances are particularly noteworthy, earning Langella an Oscar nomination for Best Actor.

“Frost/Nixon” is not just a retelling of historical events; it’s a study of two contrasting personalities, the media’s role in shaping public perception, and the quest for truth in the shadow of political scandal.

Time: 12:00-2:00

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