1. Spielberg00

   10

   JOHN ADAMS is (or, rather, was) an HBO mini-series telling of the historical figure of the same name. By the simple title and the promotional poster, you would think that this would only be a shallow feature, giving only textbook information, if that. As surprising as it is, that is definitely not true. The performances are believable, and the story introduces more facts that possible to learn if they were just spat out at you like a textbook (except in a video, of course). Quite surprising, worth checking out if you can find it on the Internet or re-running on HBO.… Expand

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2. Shadow007

   8

   The historical inaccuracies are somewhat inexplicable at times but the major issues and relationships are explored interestingly and faithfully. Overall, it is a wonderfully written, acted and directed examination of one of the most sidelined figures of the American revolution. The performance of a lifetime from Paul Giamatti as well as wonderful supporting roles from Laura Linney and Stephen Dillane. It's not quite the masterpiece that it perhaps could have been but it's still a stellar production which is deserving of acknowledgement.… Expand

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3. MeredithW.

   7

   I seem to be alone in feeling hugely disappointed in Paul Giamatti's performance which spoils this series. For those who saw Sideways, you get Miles in a 3 cornered hat. Very grumpy and scolding, little charm or humor and he rarely makes EYE contact with the other actors-- which is strange and distancing. I read McCullough's book too and didn't get the impression Adams was such a dour, unlikeable man. Other actors are excellent, especially David Morse as Washington (not easy to play such an icon!).… Expand

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4. DionT.

   4

   The first four episodes were solid, but the fifth was average and the six outright boring. I don

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