# Young Mr. Lincoln (1939)

> John Ford’s affectionate historical portrait follows Abraham Lincoln as an awkward young lawyer whose compassion, wit, and courtroom courage point toward national greatness.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/28658

## Facts

- Runtime: 100 min
- Genres: Drama, History
- Director: John Ford
- Cast: Henry Fonda, Alice Brady, Marjorie Weaver, Arleen Whelan, Eddie Collins, Pauline Moore, Richard Cromwell, Donald Meek
- TMDB rating: 7.2/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0032155/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: gentle, witty, poignant, classic cinema night, history viewing

## Synopsis

A young lawyer's journey unfolds as he navigates love, loss, and the pursuit of justice.

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