Direct Cinema: The Films of D.A. Pennebaker: The War Room

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Showings

Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema Tue, Nov 12, 2019 9:00 PM
Film Info
Runtime:96 min
Copyright:1993
Country Listing:USA
Rating:PG
Cast/Crew Info
Director(s):Chris Hegedus, D.A. Pennebaker

Description

In the lead-up to the 1992 American presidential election, D.A. Pennebaker and acclaimed co-director Chris Hegedus were given complete access to Bill Clinton's top campaign strategists. Through this unfettered view, James Carville and George Stephanopoulos were seen as instrumental figures in shaping the future president's journey to the White House. The Academy Award-nominated film's influence can be seen year after year, both in documentary filmmaking and in news coverage of any political story. One of the greatest political documentaries of all time, the film's raw and insightful display of the gruelling campaign trail is still relevant as ever as the United States prepares for the 2020 election. 


Additional Information

Direct Cinema: The Films of D.A. Pennebaker: Pay tribute to late verité master D.A. Pennebaker with five must-see films that defined the documentary giant’s ground-breaking career—and brought us inside pivotal moments in the history of music, politics and counterculture.

Nominated—Oscar, Best Documentary, Features, Academy Awards, 1994

“Part drama, part civics lesson, part entertainment, it sustains our deep curiosity.” – Austin Chronicle

“Live-wire backstage view of the Bill Clinton presidential campaign.” – Entertainment Weekly