Comments on: John Adams Miniseries on HBO (Review)

By: P.J. Van Dyne

P.J. Van Dyne — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 05:47:28 +0000

I bought the DVD series at the behest of one of my neighbors, whom happens to be a history buff. I knew relatively nothing of John Adams. I found it particulary interesting that John Adams participate in providing counsel to the English soldiers of those whom are presumed to be the agitators in the Boston Massacre of 1770. I also understand that there are inaccuracies, yet I feel that the documentary did its best to stay true to the realities and hardships these people faced during America’s infancy. I also enjoyed the actors that played George Washington and John Adams; their looks and portrayals of these great men gave the story authenticity and at the same time entertaining.

By: Dave

Dave — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 12:56:46 +0000

The series was a good piece. It demonstrated some of issues people were having in deciding upon a nation. Although there are some historical inaccuracies, it lends itself to understand a man of his times and that not all of the founding fathers were above mistakes and political problems of their own.

By: al

al — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 03:17:45 +0000

The camera angles are disgusting. Stupid tilted angles and hand held shaking makes the movie look like it was shot for a fifth grade class. It made me seasick when I watched it.

By: Carlos Gargurevich

Carlos Gargurevich — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 04:15:27 +0000

I m from Peru, southamerica, and my hobbie is history and after seen at dvd the 7 caps of this serie I only can say that was not only well performed by all the actors but also that the script could not has been better done in order to show us the birth of USA and the way of thought of the people at that time. Congratulations to HBO.

By: Andy

Andy — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 14:13:15 +0000

I’m halfway through the dvds, having not seen it when originally aired on HBO. It stands as an engaging production that feeds off of, and further fuels, my interest in the Colonial and Revolutionary War periods of American History. In portraying John Adams, Paul Giamatti does a fine job expressing the thoughts, interactions, and personal; termoil Adams wrestled with during his life. To those on the fence, I say this – This miniseries is well worth the 8.5 hour investment it will require to watch and will pay you an clear educational and enjoyment dividend.

By: Tony Winters Jr

Tony Winters Jr — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:46:04 +0000

A very interesting, educational and substantial series spanning the political life of John Adams and his dedicated and determined involvement in history. As best as a 7 part mini-series can, Adams’ critical and significant role in American history – though seemingly undervalued early on – is well-portrayed and in my opinion provides a thought provoking look into the sacrifices, trials and tribulations that not only John Adams himself, but all of our fore-fathers, endured to gain our independance from British rule and ultimately our freedom. This happens to the period of history I find most interesting of all. My gratitude to HBO and the producers of the series for producing a poignant review of history with fine work and detail.

By: jaid

jaid — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 16:59:43 +0000