This is a film about the life of Lady Margaret Thatcher, the iconic, long serving Prime Minister of Great Britain. The whole of the film left me greatly saddened. For such a great and courageous woman, this depiction tends to exaggerate Ms. Thatchers' struggle with dementia while busy running through the highlights of her political career. Without 'doubt' Meryl Streep's portrayal is amazing. She captures the manner, voice and at times the undeniable strength and bravado that real-life Margaret Thatcher carried. Unfortunately, by dwelling so much on the present and dementia years, the poignant life's work of Ms. Thatcher is given short shrift. Watching the film I couldn't help but compare her to the politicans of today. None carry her sense of duty, honor and determination to do the right thing even if it's difficult and politically unpopular. God please send us someone like Lady Thatcher. America needs her.
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