The Candidate

Robert Redford is a surprising choice for the Democrats to supplant the Californian Republican governor. It all begins as an honest campaign directed at bringing about change from the usual politics, Bill Mckay starts to convince people that he is for real. As the race lengthens, and his chances of winning increases, Mckay begins to question where its all heading. I suppose, political stories are quite enduring considering its essentially about people, power etc - and thereby there are many resemblances to the current presidential race. Nicely made movie, with Robert Redford setting up a performance that I think inspired Bill Clinton and his style! ahem

Rating: * * +