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If you do open the hatch of this movie you will experience maximum meaninglessness and grasping for fragments of imperfect memories resulting in long and winding frustration in a desperate attempt to escape the consequences of an unfortunate decision made earlier in life to achieve an existence devoid of truth. John Lennon couldn't have imagined such a display even after he described the absence of heaven and hell. Watch The Ghost and Mr Chicken for better suspense and organ music instead.

This film is a better than average retelling of history. A true story respectfully told. Very well acted with a good screenplay and great cinematography. Kudos to Hallmark and the director for a job well done. When I read or watched some of the historical background stories on this event it amazed me how corrupt the Democrats were even way back then. Thank God for decent folks with courage to stand up to it and bring change when and where it is needed. 7.2/10.

Gene Hackman gives a superb performance, a work of art well above expectations. The Academy must have been asleep at the wheel in their failure to nominate him for an Oscar or maybe his performance just didn't satisfy the culture's role playing appetite at the time. It most certainly does now, nearly 30 years later. That, I can tell you. Where the makers of this film came up short was in the casting of the role of Adam Hall. The performance of Chris O'Donnell while very genuine did not achieve to the level of the supporting cast. He seemed inadequate in the role, but then real life is rather boring compared to good acting. I just kept wishing that they had placed a better performer in his place. I was also impressed with the portrayal of Lee Cayhall by Faye Dunaway. This was a gripping and moving picture thanks to one of the greatest actors of our time. Gene Hackman will be remembered well. Thank you to the entire cast and crew for making this movie.