The Congressman

Showings

Mary D. Fisher Theatre Sat, Jun 4, 2016 7:00 PM
Mary D. Fisher Theatre Mon, Jun 6, 2016 4:00 PM
Mary D. Fisher Theatre Tue, Jun 7, 2016 7:00 PM
Mary D. Fisher Theatre Wed, Jun 8, 2016 7:00 PM
Film Info
Event Type:Film
Release Year:2016
Run Time:98 minutes
Production Country:United States
Original Language:English
Trailer:youtu.be/vEZ0jOZnNGs
Cast/Crew Info
Director:Jared Martin
Robert Mrazek
Cast:Treat Williams
Elizabeth Marvel
George Hamilton
Ryan Merriman

Description

“The Congressman” is a film that understands the politics that’s dominated 2016 all too well. Treat Williams headlines a stellar cast (including George Hamilton, Ryan Merriman and Elizabeth Marvel) as Maine Congressman Charlie Winship, who’s having a bad day. After being caught on video refusing to stand and recite the pledge of allegiance, he faces denunciation by the media for attacking one of the most cherished patriotic symbols in America.

Newly divorced, attacked by corrupt lobbyists and betrayed by a member of his staff, Charlie finds his life spiraling out of control. The once idealistic Vietnam combat marine has become disheartened by the corruption and special interests that have enveloped the nation’s capital. 

Something in Charlie’s life is about to change and he finds inspiration in the most unlikely of places. He just may be able regain his sense of purpose through the example of rugged and self-reliant constituents fighting to save their way of life on a remote island.