Steven Spielberg's ‘The Post’: First Critics’ Reactions | THR News

Steven Spielberg's ‘The Post’: First Critics’ Reactions | THR News

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The transcript discusses the initial reactions to Steven Spielberg's film 'The Post', highlighting positive reviews from critics and its timely release amidst fake news controversies. The film, starring Tom Hanks and Meryl Streep, recounts the Washington Post's role in publishing the Pentagon Papers. Critics have praised the film, with some predicting it will win awards, though not all reviews are entirely positive. The film is set to release in limited theaters on December 22nd, expanding on January 12th.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the main theme of the film 'The Post' as highlighted by the critics?

A fantasy adventure

A science fiction thriller

A historical drama about journalism

A romantic comedy

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Which two characters are central to the plot of 'The Post'?

Alissa Wilkinson and David Sims

Tom Hanks and Meryl Streep

Steven Spielberg and Peter Cerreta

Katharine Graham and Ben Bradlee

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What significant historical event does 'The Post' focus on?

The publication of the Pentagon Papers

The Moon Landing

The Cuban Missile Crisis

The Watergate Scandal

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Which critic described 'The Post' as a 'crowd pleaser'?

Peter Cerreta

Clayton Davis

Mark Harris

Jordan Hoffman

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What was John Frost's opinion about the film?

He described it as a thrilling adventure

He thought it was elegant but clumsy at the end

He found it to be a masterpiece

He believed it was a complete failure