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– In this adaptation of the best-selling roman à clef about Bill Clinton's 1992 run for the White Hou..
In this adaptation of the best-selling roman à clef about Bill Clinton's 1992 run for the White House, the young and gifted Henry Burton is tapped to oversee the presidential campaign of Governor Jack Stanton. Burton is pulled into the politician's colorful world and looks on as Stanton -- who has a wandering eye that could be his downfall -- contends with his ambitious wife, Susan, and an outspoken adviser, Richard Jemmons.
20 Mar 1998
English
Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material. Parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their young children with them.
Mike Nichols
Joe Klein (novel), Elaine May (screenplay)
John Travolta, Emma Thompson, Billy Bob Thornton, Kathy Bates
Jack Stanton is running for president. The election is seen through the eyes of young Henry Burton. Along the way Stanton must deal with a sex scandal.
Nominated for 2 Oscars. Another 10 wins & 29 nominations.
Universal