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Summary: LBJ: The Early Years
Comment: This VHS production of LBJ: The Early Years is an educational docu-drama about the 36th U.S. President in the years leading up to his assumption of Office following the tragic assassination of his predecessor, President John F. Kennedy. This film reveals the LBJ that few Americans recall in popular conversation. It dramatizes his influential rise in popularity and political power. After seeing it, you'll come away with a different perspective apart from the popular one about an embattled President mired in the protracted Vietnam conflict.
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Summary: A Classic for LBJ - A Triumph for Randy Quaid
Comment: This was an incredible movie about the life history behind the man who became LBJ, the President. It is one of the best performances of Randy Quaid's career. He is LBJ. Patti LaPone did an incredible job of playing Lady Bird.You walk away understanding LBJ, the good and the bad of his rise to power, and the maturation of his character in a true attempt to make life better for the poor and the minorities.
Had it not been for the Vietnam War, LBJ would have been considered one of our greatest Presidents. His domestic programs, the Civil Rights Act and more would have been done to help Americans. Instead, he had to spend most of his time doing damage control with the Vietnam War.
Great movie! It should be widely available.
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Summary: Remembering Lyndon Baines Johnson
Comment: This film is a hidden gem. I have viewed LBJ many times and can still and be entertained every time. Johnson was mixture of conservative and liberal politics and used each for the benefit of him and the nation as one. This was why he was so successful as a Texas politician which he eventually became a U.S. Senator. LBJ eventually was elected the Majority leader of the United States Senate in 1954. He held this position up till he became vice president in 1961.
The film starts with Johnson working for congressman Kelberg and getting fired. He wins his own congressional seat and relishes for more power as a senator and eventually desires the top job as president.
Randy Quaid is masterful of portraying LBJ. I believe Quaid should have had more recogition in his role of LBJ. The portrayal of LBJ during his majority leader years was masterful and funny at the same time.
Patty Lupone was great playing Ladybird. At first she was shy in sharing LBJ's politicial ambitions. The film also shows how Ladybird blossomed into a equal of LBJs political prowess. She would encourage LBJ to stay in the fight when Lyndon was considering quitting politics.
Finally the only negative thought is when the film ends at LBJ's taking the oath of office for president right after Kennedy's assination in Dallas. It would be interesting to see a sequel to portraying LBJ's presidential years. Perhaps one will be made someday and Quaid playing the part.I did not want to see the film end.
I do not know the reason why this film has not been more widely known because its a great film to anybody who grew up in the 50's and 60's I strongly reccomend buying the film.
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Summary: For History buffs, 5 stars!
Comment: This movie shows LBJ "Lone Star" Rising out of the poverty of Central Texas and how LBJ never forgot his roots and learned how Texas Politics was played, the hard way. You can see that he was an man of energy, vision, and character when it came to taking care of his little people. He loved america and all its americans and worked hard and succeeded in bringing the blessings of liberty to all his fellow americans!
