VICE opens with the admission that it may not be historically accurate but that is a minor flaw. The ruminations that drive Cheney (superbly played by an almost unrecognizably fat Christian Bale) and the machinations inside the White House make this a riveting film.
What is more, Amy Adams is just as excellent in the role of Cheney's wife and partner in any move to vault her husband to power. It is interesting to note the attention which the film devotes to Cheney's poor heart condition and his resolve to survive and rule the roost - in a heartless way, thinking nothing of the impact that his actions might have on Iraqis or even US citizens.
Steve Carell is also impressive as Rumsfeld, initially Cheney's superior, but his not too accepting subordinate by movie's end.
Great direction, competent photography, and a quite interesting script keep VICE ticking over and make it must-see stuff.
What is more, Amy Adams is just as excellent in the role of Cheney's wife and partner in any move to vault her husband to power. It is interesting to note the attention which the film devotes to Cheney's poor heart condition and his resolve to survive and rule the roost - in a heartless way, thinking nothing of the impact that his actions might have on Iraqis or even US citizens.
Steve Carell is also impressive as Rumsfeld, initially Cheney's superior, but his not too accepting subordinate by movie's end.
Great direction, competent photography, and a quite interesting script keep VICE ticking over and make it must-see stuff.