Saving Lincoln
Watch TrailerThe almost entirely true story of Abraham Lincoln and his self-appointed bodyguard, U.S. Marshal Ward Hill Lamon - a banjo-playing Southerner who foiled repeated attempts on the President's life, and kept him functioning during the darkest hours of the Civil War.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2013 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, History |
| Director | Salvador Litvak |
| Runtime | 101 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.7/10 (7 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its narrative around personal loyalty, relying on archival techniques and a unique visual composite style that places actors within period photographs. This creates a living historical canvas where private life intersects with a nation's destiny.
What lingers after viewing is an intimate character study of duty and a friendship that transcended deep political divides. It offers a human-scale perspective on monumental historical events. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Salvador Litvak
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Best for a quiet evening, suited for those seeking a personal, character-driven entry into history.
🎭 Cast
Tom Amandes
Abraham Lincoln
Lea Coco
Ward Hill Lamon
Penelope Ann Miller
Mary Todd Lincoln
Bruce Davison
William H. Seward
Creed Bratton
Senator Charles Sumner
Saidah Arrika Ekulona
Mrs. Elizabeth Keckly
Josh Stamberg
Salmon P. Chase
Robert Craighead
Edwin Stanton
Lew Temple
Montgomery Blair
Michael Maize
Billy Herndon
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