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Wag the Dog

R 1997 Comedy, Drama · 1h 37m
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During the final weeks of a presidential race, the President is accused of sexual misconduct. To distract the public until the election, the President's adviser hires a Hollywood producer to help him stage a fake war.

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About Wag the Dog

With the US President embroiled in a scandal weeks before the election, a political spin doctor enlists a Hollywood producer to fabricate a war in Albania. This manufactured conflict is designed to divert public attention from the President's alleged misconduct, creating a patriotic frenzy that will secure his reelection. As they orchestrate this elaborate deception, the line between reality and illusion blurs, raising questions about the true nature of power and the media's role in shaping public opinion.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Barry Levinson, 'Wag the Dog' features a stellar cast. Dustin Hoffman delivers a tour-de-force performance as Stanley Motss, a flamboyant Hollywood producer. Robert De Niro plays Conrad Brean, a cool and collected political consultant. Anne Heche is Winifred Ames, a White House aide caught in the whirlwind. Woody Harrelson appears as Sergeant William Schumann, a supposedly rescued soldier. Denis Leary portrays Fad King, a cynical media figure. Willie Nelson makes a cameo as himself, adding a layer of authenticity to the film's fabricated narrative.

What people like about Wag the Dog

Critics and audiences alike have lauded 'Wag the Dog' for its sharp wit, timely themes, and outstanding performances. Many praised the film's ability to satirize the world of politics and media with such accuracy and insight, particularly noting its prescience in the era of fake news. Viewers appreciated the chemistry between Hoffman and De Niro, and the film's fast-paced, engaging plot.

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Movie Score

69%

Released

December 25, 1997

Director

Barry Levinson

Cast

Dustin Hoffman, Robert De Niro, Anne Heche, Woody Harrelson, Denis Leary, Willie Nelson

Genre

Comedy, Drama

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