Review of Advise & Consent (1962) by Spencer L — 13 Feb 2010
One of the best movies i've seen on the inner workings, treachery, and dubiousness of the US Senate. (seems like our politicians today should probably revisit this movie).
The story itself could take place today rather than almost 50 years ago, with a narrative that seems out of todays headlines. Simply swap out communism for terrorism or even socialism and you have a timely, tense political thriller.
The President of the US picks a controversial nominee as Secretary of State (Henry Fonda) who is seen as a dove, soft on communism and an appeaser.
When it goes to sub-committee hearings, a conservative southern democrat challenges the nomination, bringing damaging facts of the nominees past to light.
This sets into motion political backroom deals, arm twisting, backbiting, extortion and blackmail that eventually ends in a devastating conclusion.
Throw in highly controversial subject matter for the 60s, an amazing ensemble cast, Hollywoods first depiction of a gay bar, and Betty White as a senator and you have an amazing political movie.
This review of Advise & Consent (1962) was written by Spencer L on 13 Feb 2010.
Advise & Consent has generally received very positive reviews.
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