{"id":2231,"date":"2017-12-14T18:35:00","date_gmt":"2017-12-15T01:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/?p=2231"},"modified":"2017-12-14T18:35:00","modified_gmt":"2017-12-15T01:35:00","slug":"the-post-surpasses-any-expectations-and-delivers-on-a-much-higher-level","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kidsfirst.org\/kidsfirstnews\/2017\/the-post-surpasses-any-expectations-and-delivers-on-a-much-higher-level\/","title":{"rendered":"The Post \u2013 Surpasses Any Expectations And Delivers On A Much Higher Level."},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Katharine Graham is the first female publisher of a major American newspaper — The Washington Post. With help from editor Ben Bradlee, Graham races to catch up with The New York Times to expose a massive cover-up of government secrets that spans three decades and four U.S. presidents. Together, they must overcome their differences as they risk their careers — and very freedom — to help bring long-buried truths to light. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Gerry O. comments, \u201cThe story comes to life under the masterful direction of Steven Spielberg. His most famous techniques are clear from the very first shot and continue throughout the film. In fact, the first scene, which takes place in the jungles of Vietnam, will remind you of\u00a0Saving Private Ryan<\/em>\u00a0due to the heart-thumping sound design and chaotic cinematography that puts you right on the battlefield.\u201d Clayton P. adds, \u201cThe Post <\/em>is very timely and reflective of our own time.\u00a0 In this day of \u201cfake news\u201d and media bashing, this film is a refreshing story of the integrity of newspaper organizations. Spielberg tries to show the importance of a free press in combating government malfeasance.\u201d See their full reviews below.<\/p>\n

The Post
\nBy Gerry O., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, Age 15<\/p>\n