Impeachment – American Crime Story

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Kevin M About 10 minutes into it, you see (hear) Vince Foster actually shooting himself. Given how absurd that notion is to anyone who's taken 30 seconds to look at the circumstances of that case, it's immediately obvious that this story isn't going to be anything that even resembles the truth. Of all the (supposedly) suspect murders surrounding the Clintons, this one isn't even dubious. It's like pretending someone ran over themselves with a steamroller. Do your own independent research. Rated 0.5/5 Stars •  Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 03/12/24 Full Review Kate H After watching this, I realized I did not pay close enough attention to the Clinton impeachment. I feel so sorry for Monica Lewinsky, the 90s were terrible for her. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/18/23 Full Review Hemant S "Impeachment" is a (relatively) older season (2021) of "American Crime Story" which probably didn't get as much traction as the previous stories of the show. The reasons could be many, but I liked many facets of the retelling of a real life scandal that some may remember, some may not. Only three American presidents have been impeached so far. One was in the 19th century, and one has a dubious reputation of still running for President despite being impeached twice in the recent few years. Bill Clinton was the third. This is the account of how the legal proceedings started off and more importantly, the people involved in pointing the finger towards him. I've never been (even a fly on the wall) in the courthouses, the White House or even watched the court hearings on television; only an infrequent browser of the newspaper in an era when computers and internet were a premium and I was a student. But I think it is a fair attempt at projecting the events on the screen, based on "A Vast Conspiracy: The Real Story of the Sex Scandal That Nearly Brought Down a President" by Jeffrey Toobin. There is much context than what one may have known for which then President was investigated and questioned. None of the actors might be spitting images of the real people they portray, but the performances are laud worthy. It's hard not to see Clive Owen (and his charismatic roles) through the prosthetics he puts on to be William Jefferson Clinton, the 42nd president of the United States. But the vulnerability as a human being is as clear as the drive for power. Owen though gives a justified, nuanced act even as a real character despised and caricatured much over the years. Carnal instincts eventually axe down a much revered pedestal. Paula Jones was a key catalyst in the event and Annaleigh Ashford gives a reflective performance as one of the women who pitched a flagpole, but got caught up in the web of legalities, media and her own family. Her adaption of the accent may seem like stereotyping, but I thought it brought out the naivety that was required of the character. Sarah Paulson and Beanie Feldstein take the big credits in a show that thrives on a very objective and unbiased story-telling. Raw and human, some might say the weaker instincts but still very human. Perception, envy, vendetta, blind trust and even love. Paulson may have received flak over her body suit, but she carries the persona of Linda Tripp with gusto and respect. Snaking through a controversial contour, she walks the line beautifully as an actor – she managed to gain my dislike and empathy both, as a viewer. Feldstein has come a long way since her breakout in "Lady Bird" (2017). As one of the central characters in the lead up to the events, she plays Monica Lewinsky justifiably. This season was co-produced by Lewinsky and Feldstein both, but I felt there were enough stakes driven into her on-screen portrayal as were into the others. Deluded by the essence of youth, drawn to the flame like a moth. Amongst the ensemble, Colin Hanks stood out the most for me as the attorney who toes a conscientious line while working under the renowned Kenneth Starr in his crusade. Edie "The Sopranos" Falco and Mira Sorvino are notable as well; Falco as Hillary Rodham Clinton and Sorvino as Lewinsky's mother. Helmed by Ryan Murphy and his team of directors including Michael Uppendahl, Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre and Rachel Morrison and written by Sarah Burgess, the season's tone is reminiscent of other crime stories that Murphy has covered as part of this series. Like Apples and Oranges, every story is different though. "Impeachment" isn't a thriller, in fact many might choose to look away rather than revisiting a pattern of behavior that has (thankfully) been called out more now than before. But for those who dare, it's a worthy watch for the performances and depictions of real life events. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 08/08/23 Full Review Pedro G Although anticipated, the new season of ACS shows difficulty in distinguishing the true story from the media coverage of the case, distorting and amplifying certain key moments of the events. Even so, Sarah Paulson's performance is impeccable, even if the 'inflatable suit' can spoil the viewers experience. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 10/28/22 Full Review Audience Member A meandering mess. Beanie Feldstein did not convey any sexual / sensual energy at all - she was woefully miscast as Monica Lewinsky. Rated 1.5/5 Stars •  Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Audience Member I found this to be better than Versaci, which I also really enjoyed, and just beneath OJ in ranking. Like the other two American Crime Stories, I ended up learning a good bit about this entire scandal throughout the course of watching this and definitely ended up with more sympathetic views of some of the involved parties. Make of that what you will, but I count this as another win for Ryan Murphy and would recommend giving it a watch. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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