84/100 This is another one of Spielberg's political thrillers, as well as another one of his war dramas. However, to my surprise, I found this one much better than most others he's directed of these genres. Really, it's a marvel how good this film is from almost all perspectives. For one, Spielberg's direction is great here, and the way he frames the courtroom drama and the political tension, making both feel equally tense, is great. He also paints a great picture of a Cold War America, as well as an occupied Berlin. However, even Spielberg's greatness as a director pales in comparision to the Coen brothers' script here, with writing which works great for most scenes. In particular, I enjoyed how the film utilized its courtroom drama for a subject a lesser film would dramatize for maximum action. The best thing about the film, however, are its themes. The film shows the true essence of…