The Candidate候选人

Synopsis

Bill McKay, the idealistic son of a prominent former governor, reluctantly runs for the U.S. Senate against a popular incumbent. Initially free to speak his mind due to his perceived lack of chance, McKay finds himself compromising his ideals as he rises in the polls. The campaign spirals into a study of image over substance, culminating in a haunting question about the cost of victory.

Highlights

• Robert Redford delivers one of his most acclaimed performances

• Sharp script by Jeremy Larner, winning the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay

• Insightful critique of the American electoral process

• Michael Ritchie’s subtle but incisive direction

• Memorable final line encapsulates political disillusionment

• Blend of humor and drama provides both entertainment and reflection