“The way to assert the right to publish is to publish” – Ben Bradlee (Tom Hanks).

Steven Spielberg’s “The Post” follows the real life story of the Washington Post and their decision to publish portions of the Pentagon Papers, a set of classified reports which detailed the United States troubled involvement in Southeast Asia from World War 2 until 1968. Through immersive storytelling and equally brilliant acting, the film depicts the struggle of freedom over security, the rivalry between the New York Post and the Washington Post, and the White House’s war on constitutional rights.

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Altogether, the movie is a masterclass in depicting the gritty, secretive world of Vietnam-era politics, coupled with the ever-present struggle of knowledge over national security. A powerful cast of actors, from Tom Hanks to Meryl Streep and Bob Odenkirk deliver a stunning performance that helps to effectively drive home the movie’s messages. Additionally, famed cinematographer Janusz Kaminski manages to create beautiful frames from otherwise dull settings such as the newspaper office where much of the film takes place. 

In conclusion, “The Post” is a wonderful movie that effectively depicts the struggle over the Pentagon Papers, and the right to publish in this country, with an equally powerful cast of actors and impressive cinematography. I would recommend this movie to anyone who is interested in journalism, politics, or history as it heavily deals with all three topics. All in all, it seems that Steven Spielberg has added yet another amazing movie to his impressive portfolio.