Review of The Candidate (1972) by Markus M — 06 Nov 2007

A provoking political drama from early 70's.

This review of The Candidate (1972) was written by Markus M on 06 Nov 2007.

The Candidate has generally received positive reviews.

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This movie was good. Robert Redford and Peter Boyle were fantastic! But it was a little slow moving in parts…

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A suitably cynical look at the election process that still seems depressing homey compared to the reality of modern campaigns with their prescripted…

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By James M (2,946) on 24 Jan 2014

I might have enjoyed this more if I had any interest at all in American Politics, but the simple truth is, I don't…

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