Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln: I am the president of the United States of America, clothed in immense power. You will get me those votes!

Lincoln
Starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Sally Field, David Strathairn
Written by Tony Kushner; based on a book by Doris Kearns Goodwin
Directed by Steven Spielberg
Plot: America's president during the civil war, Abraham Lincoln, struggles with trying to end the war and pass the 13th Amendment to emancipate slaves.

"Very subtle direction by Spielberg and a masterful performance by Day-Lewis make Lincoln a must-see."