I have not seen Lincoln. I got to cop to that from the jump. I don’t know when I will see it, but I know why I haven’t and that reluctance is based upon my fear that it’s going to be just another well-acted, well-shot, well-directed whitewash. I’m all for entertainment, and I understand Lincoln isn’t a documentary, but that doesn’t mean it’s okay to rewrite history in the name of artistic license. Even without buying a ticket I have no doubt Lincoln plays it fast and loose with the facts.
I’ve got nothing but love for Steven Spielberg. Daniel Day-Lewis isn’t one of my favorite actors but I don’t see anyone standing between him and a third Best Actor Oscar. and maybe he deserves it, However, even though I haven’t seen Lincoln doesn’t mean I don’t know Lincoln and I know you can’t tell a credible…
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