The Front Runner

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2.5
When the film examines concise examples of unethical behavior, Reitmans script and direction finds the vigor of an orator standing tall on his soap bo .. Den Of Geek
2.0
But The Front Runner has a lot of sympathy for him.Maybe more than it should. EW
2.5
missing both key insight and satirical bite in his depiction of this pivotal point in American history. Rogerebert
1.5
Theres a narrative slack to Loro that almost makes one wonder if Sorrentino wouldnt rather just be shooting music videos. Rogerebert
3.0
Reitman and co writers Matt Bai and Jay Carson dont provide any definitive answers about what Hart and Rice did or didnt do. Common Sense Media
2.0
When this limp but well intentioned comedy comes to its sad conclusion, theres no doubt that politics have gone tabloid. Indie Wire
4.0
If so, its different and far more shallow than the one that inspired Bais book. Variety
3.0
None of that is in the film either, and while you cant hold breaking news against The Front Runner, theres a whiff of inconsequence to Reitmans take, .. Time Out
4.0
To a score of battle drums, Reitman rattles through a montage of behind the scenes strategising. Theres a thrilling charge to the film making. The Guardian
4.0
Theres an authenticity underpinning the portrayal of events in The Front Runner that lifts it above the less than groundbreaking set up. The Guardian
1.9
The film quickly reveals that the only angle its interested in is the one that most sympathizes Gary Hart.
3.8
That makes The Front Runner less of an emotional than a mental exercise, albeit an engaging and provocative one.
4.5
The Front Runner captures the moral dilemmas and changing attitudes inspired by the Hart story with sprawling, Altmanesque brio. Screen Daily
2.0
Its not only an enjoyable watch filled with terrific actors, but also that its a movie that will have you talking afterwards. It has ideas that are wo .. Collider
3.5
Nevertheless, given the limitations of the role, Jackman delivers one of his finest performances. The Hollywood Reporter
4.5
When you watch a movie about politics, I think theres a presumption that the filmmaker is going to tell you, heres the good guy. The New York Times
3.8
The Front Runner is too afraid to take a side in its central debate, but a strong ensemble cast and interesting ideas about accountability and newswor .. IGN
4.5
Creed II is okay the kind of movie you could easily watch on cable without feeling as if you had totally wasted your time but it is by no means a knoc .. E Film Critic
3.0
As cautionary tales go, The Front Runner is of an unusually cautious bent. Telegraph
4.5
A tip top piece of entertainment starring Hugh Jackman as Hart and Vera Farmiga as his wife, Lee, that is as significant as it is enjoyable.
2.5
While not without its strong moments, its a tonally and thematically confused mess. The Young Folks
4.0
A sharp witted and wide reaching account of a bright political hopes fall from grace, with an impressive ensemble cast and a great performance from Ja ..
5.0
Tells a well documented, but not often talked about, story with a propulsive, electrifying result. Its as entertaining as it is informative. Cinema Blend
4.0
Hart himself isnt let off the hook, with his womanizing and naivet given equal focus. JoBlo
3.1
has a lot on its mind... but spends too little energy dissecting those thoughts. Instead, were mostly treated to a parade of wonderful character actor .. The Globe And Mail
3.5
An account of Gary Harts short Presidential campaign in the year that politics went tabloid. Spirituality And Practice
3.0
Reitmans film gives a decent overview of the aborted Hart campaign, though its point of view is pretty narrow and the overall treatment rather superfi .. One Guys Opinion
3.1
Here, hes made a good (not great) movie thats not captured the interest of audiences or reviewers. Rogers Movie Nation
3.1
Hes more interested in being first than in whether theres truth in what hes printing. ReelViews
3.0
The Hart story is amazing, but the dramatic recreation doesnt do enough to grasp the finer points of character and disgrace. Blu Ray
4.5
Most fascinating is the films subtext that the blame for our present cultural morass doesnt rest solely with politicians or the media; in a way, theyr .. Chicago Reader
2.5
The movie doesnt take a side, but it also doesnt arrive at a lesson, a message, or much of a point. Mark Reviews Movies
2.5
Youve heard of an October surprise. This is a November disappointment. Usa Today
2.0
One of the things that makes Stan & Ollie so satisfying is the way it clasps the two strands together. Playing his fellow Lancashire man Stan Laurel, .. The Times
4.0
It was a good move to have Hart played by Hugh Jackman, although the actor also does a fine job of conveying his intellect, wit and great hair. The Times
1.5
The Front Runner is unbelievably naive in its cynicism about the tabloidization of the political process, ultimately (and possibly by accident because .. News Review
4.0
But theres never a sense of the film answering the questions it poses, drawing equal attention to the wrongdoings of Hart and the brutish nature of th .. Radio Times
2.0
They Shall Not Grow Old Peter Jacksons First World War documentary is a remarkable step forward for historical filmmaking. Independent
3.0
Theres more than a hint of hubris in Harts challenge to the press: Follow me around, I dont care. Rolling Stone
3.0
The movie portrays the series of events with skill, but never taps into the characters thoughts or feelings. Shadows On The Wall
3.0
When we first see Hart (Hugh Jackman), hes lost the bid for the 1984 Democratic nomination. Pop Matters
4.5
It doesnt tell us how we should feel or pretend to know all the answers.For some, that might be frustrating, but The Front Runner delivers more than e .. The Wrap
1.5
So why does it stop short of feeling like a necessary slice of turning point history, and more like something you think nice job about Perhaps because .. The Wrap
3.8
BOTTOM LINE Jackman excels as a deeply flawed hero in this drama about a bygone political era. News Day
3.0
The Monitor is a peculiar little publication thats hard for the world to figure out. Cs Monitor
4.4
Jackmans turn doesnt have an Oscars wow quality; nor does the movie itself. New York Post
1.0
Not an expos, political statement or even really a biopic, its a film with nothing to say about a man who didnt want to be known. Mountain X
1.5
The issue of how men in power treat women brings the film into the here and now all the more robustly, but the tone is hectoring and opportunistic, wi .. Npr
4.5
But why didnt serious journalists focus on the serious issues that would impact the country in serious way But doesnt personal character matter Yes it ..
3.1
Vera Farmiga plays Harts wife Lee, brilliantly bringing home in just a few scenes the personal cost of a spouses betrayal. Toronto Star
4.5
And I hope they dont miss Jackmans heartbreaking face when Hart finally realizes those reporters have been stalking him. Reel Talk Reviews
2.5
stiff political theater that plays into disingenuous cries of fake news Q Network
4.4
The Front Runner comes along at a particularly relevant time in American political history. Salon
2.0
Despite a talented cast and a wealth of potentially meaty themes, this comes off disappointingly mealy mouthed, and its hard to care. Flim List
4.5
A movie of the moment that mercifully doesnt try to take a step into the present One of the most refreshing aspects of Reitmans film is that it doesnt .. Film Inquiry
4.5
The paradox of ethics, the press and politics comes under scrutiny in a fascinating recount of the sensational circumstances of Gary Harts failed 1988 ..
2.5
Fast paced, yet frustrating chronicle of the downfall of a promising politician. Susang Ranger
5.0
This is a responsible, educated, sophisticated and often deeply witty film about politics and journalistic responsibility in the tradition of All the .. Observer
2.5
These dates, however, are also the films issue: it just doesnt seem relevant. Flickering Myth
3.0
Regardless, theres still quite a major problem when the characters around the central focus end up resonating more both emotionally and as likable fig .. Flickering Myth
5.0
But with The Front Runner hes taking his mastery of the craft to a new level. Flim Threet
0.5
If you dont get the confirmation within 10 minutes, please check your spam folder. Time
2.0
Its the best directed film of Reitmans career, every facet proving almost impeccable. So its therefore disappointing to watch the final third fall pre .. The Film Stage
2.0
It probably doesnt help that hes the only character in the movie who has some teeth. Bullz-Eye
3.8
The vaguely nauseating irony which The Front Runner doesnt acknowledge and doesnt have to is that if Gary Hart were running for president today, adult .. Boston Globe
3.0
He wonders, publicly, and to himself, whether hes been wrong, something Trump would never do. Uproxx
4.0
Against this, Reitmans thought provoking film considers the appalling treatment of Donna Rice and the clever choral dialogue allows for alternative vi .. The Irish Times
1.5
In fact, this is a decidedly unsexy movie, one thats more interested in process than scandal. The Atlantic
4.5
The Front Runner feels like it wants to impose a series of unanswerable conundrums for its audience to meditate upon, but instead it leaves us with a .. Birth Movies Death
3.0
Days later hes engulfed by a sex scandal involving Donna Rice (Sara Paxton). Standard
2.5
Rice (Sara Paxton) doesnt enter the picture until then, which is when the film picks up pace as Harts candidacy crashes in flames. Tony Medley
3.1
I cant say Im entirely sure who I can recommend the finished feature to. Movie Freak
3.0
Theres an argument in the film about what is interesting and what is important, and how the two should be weighed. In that spirit, The Front Runner is .. Detroit News
4.5
Its an understated film with enough smarts, unlike its protagonist, to overcome its shortcomings and deliver a winning ticket. Cnn
3.0
Its a solid political drama, but its not quite willing to confront its protagonist for opening a Pandoras Box. Forbes
2.0
It is hard to nail down a single, worthwhile reason why The Front Runner was made. Herald Sun
3.0
The Front Runner is a naively misguided product of panicked, desperate modern times. Consequence Of Sound
4.0
Jackman and Reitman shine in a top quality political thriller, with a finely tuned exploration of integrity in changing times. Hey U Guys
3.0
This is likely not Reitmans intent, but it certainly makes the film much less partisan than you might have initially assumed. The Play List
0.0
Credit The Front Runner for wading into these deep waters of purity testing and trolls.Should probably have learned how to swim first. Film Freak Central
2.0
Imagine, if you can, a movie that insists politics was better before politicians could expect to be held accountable for their actions. Now Toronto
4.5
It doesnt paint Hart in a perfect light, nor does it do the exact opposite. Film School Rejects
1.5
The one weve been watching doesnt have that kind of access to these peoples private moments. Maki At The Movies
3.0
Alternating between campaign headquarters, newsroom briefings, televised debates, family life, and the media sorting through and interpreting it all, ..
4.0
It is a film with no easy answers, but thats precisely why it makes the story of Gary Hart so fascinating. Mirror
1.5
Its a bit of a shoulder shrug in the end... it lacked a dramatic blow. You Tube
3.0
Its unusual to see Jackman in an unlikable role, and at times hes excellent as the politician, but theres something missing from his performance, and .. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
4.0
To others, hes a classic #MeToo type, and that tension is central to the film. Flicks
3.1
As played by an aloof Hugh Jackman the Australian actor affects an uneven accent Hart is little more than a cipher. Stl Today
4.5
The large, great cast makes The Front Runner worth watching... so long as you ignore the movies promotional campaign that insists Harts downfall was t .. The Stranger
3.0
Perhaps Hart was a great lost leader, possibly a dodged bullet. Difficult to tell. Maybe he was set up, or a serial misuser of power over women. Who c .. Ft
2.5
Hugh Jackman has always had a pretty decent acting muscle and hes enjoying doing a little dramatic heavy lifting as the aggrieved Hart here. Stuff
4.4
Theres an audience for this film that doesnt remember Gary Hart, much less Earl K. Long (Paul Newman portrayed the roguish, stripper loving Louisiana .. Ar Kansas Online
4.5
Its a pleasant movie about an unpleasant collapse, both of one mans ambitions and of institutional proprieties. Vanity Fair
3.0
The Front Runner is a great look behind the scenes of a fast moving political campaign, while Reitman delivers a robust and occasionally flashy film. The Sun
4.5
Given the profound currents and countercurrents that have transformed and menaced the news media in the last few years, this story plays like quaintly .. Wsj
4.0
Theyre not theirs, theyre mine Farmiga says with the steely firmness within the emotional upheaval. Killer Movie Reviews
4.0
A searing look at the moment when mainstream and tabloid media melded, The Front Runner is an ambitious, contemplative movie that asks hard questions .. The Filmy Ap
4.5
This is what writer director Jason Reitman captures in his terrific drama, The Front Runner, a movie about a 30 year old sex scandal that is more rele .. Patriot Ledger
3.0
The crackerjack script and dynamite performances are almost enough to get The Front Runner across the finish line, but theres something missing. Film
3.0
Brought to the screen by Oscar nominated director Jason Reitman (Juno, Up in the Air), The Front Runner doesnt try to answer questions about the relat .. The Film Pie
4.4
The Front Runner doesnt hit us over the head with parallels to todays political and media world. Chicago Sun Times
2.0
The Front Runner is a disappointing effort from Jason Reitman. Its all style and little substance, a Gary Hart masquerade. Movie Web
1.0
People answer in punchlines here, and leave it to director Reitman to always lead with irony. Sandiego Reader
4.3
It is an excellent character study and an in depth look into the life of one man who truly believed that his personal life should remain private. We Live Entertainment
4.5
Despite the slight pacing issues and bloated run time, it is the best kind of film: the one that has you questioning the state of the world. We Live Entertainment
4.0
Even about a presidential campaign scandal of 30 years ago, The Front Runner could not be more pertinent or timely to the politics of today and the mo .. Dead Line
2.0
But Jackman, dressed in a Hart like brown hairpiece, is miscast; he just doesnt remind one of Hart. Dennis Schwartz Reviews
3.0
A product of a different era, this boilerplate political thriller will be as long remembered as its protagonist. One Room With A View
4.5
Where Simmons Dixon seems to be a voice of reason in the Hart campaign, Hart doesnt see it in the same way. Solzy At The Movies
3.1
At its best, The Front Runner is snappy and quick witted, with dialogue that keeps the pace moving as best as it can. The problem, however, is less wi .. Awards Circuit
2.5
That hes supposedly the first person in US politics who didnt get a free pass on that behaviour doesnt mean it shouldnt have happened. Bitly
3.0
It doesnt help that Reitman, returning to the breezy pseudo cynicism of earlier films like Thank You For Smoking and Up In The Air, has made The Front .. Film Avclub
4.4
Were not disappointed. This time, Mr. Reitman takes a less satirical approach to a more timely subject thats very dear to our hearts these days: sex i .. Post Gazette
1.5
The Front Runner is competently made on every level, and Hugh Jackman is always watchable, I just cant pretend youll be all that engaged. Lainey Gossip
3.1
The movie ultimately feels exhausting, raising issues it doesnt have the energy to address (about morality, the role of journalists, the publics right .. Seattle Times
4.5
It doesnt prove that Hart and Donna Rice slept together (although its clear Harts wife doesnt doubt it). Film Journal International ..
2.0
For a zany story about a shamed public figure, Reitmans tonal shifts suck all the fun out of the frame. Reitman is a filmmaker who keeps evolving, eve .. Fresh Fiction
2.0
Its just bland, forgettable, and film with a story that doesnt go outside the box. Black Girl Nerds
3.5
And later: These people want to feel outrage for me, but it doesnt belong to them. National Post
3.0
Within conventional expectations, Jackmans performance is the movies weak point. Original Cin
4.0
The Front Runner is commendably even handed in its portrayal of both the political system and the fourth estate. And Jackmans commanding performance s .. The Australian
2.0
This desperately needed a Diablo Cody touch. Well... at least we still have Tully. Rendy Reviews
4.5
He doesnt find that sweet spot of human observation that distinguished Robert Altman and Garry Trudeaus Tanner 88 TV series about the machinations sur .. National Review
1.5
Reitman cops to modeling his film after The Candidate, which was considered the cutting edge of cynicism in 1972 but today seems nave. National Review
4.0
Hugh Jackman takes a large leap playing Gary Hart, a Democrat Colorado senator in 1984 who lost in the primaries, but has not given up. Review Express
2.5
The problem with the story, I think, is that what happened just isnt seedy enough for cinematic treatment. Daily Film Fix
3.8
It may not be winning at the box office, but its a sure bet for entertainment. Qc Times
1.5
The Front Runner is appropriately paced like a thriller, as everyone involved gets pulled down into the drain, helplessly. Ap News
3.8
Director Jason Reitman couldnt throw a monkey wrench into Harts downfall. Hollywood Into To
3.0
The dialogue is strictly Aaron Sorkin lite, however, as it lacks that screenwriters rat a tat wit. Us Magazine
3.0
THE FRONT RUNNER examines an interesting bit of American history that excites more curiosity than visceral engagement. Assignment X
4.0
Living in an age where we all have a computer at our fingertips leaves little margin for error, yet somehow we still elected a man who did far worse t .. Wp Me
3.8
Hes a policy wonk, the feature suggests, who doesnt understand how his personal shortcomings might turn off potential voters. Johnhanlon Reviews
2.0
Indeed, The Front Runner devolves into a turgid cavalcade of grandstanding complaints that cant even muster slick entertainment value. Mid West Film Journal
3.1
There is a commitment to realism, to a naturalistic aesthetic that allows scenes to unfold as if youre witnessing a behind the scenes documentary, wit .. Am Ny
4.5
These ideas are more teased out by the film than explored, which is too enamored of its journalistic purpose to take flight as drama or cinema. Battleship Pretension
1.5
Groundbreaking it is not, but it is always a fascinating train wreck to behold. Entertainment Voice
3.0
Jackman proves an inspired actor to embody the public figure, downplaying his own persona, while still conveying Harts appeal. The Only Critic
2.5
The problem lies with Hart himself. Hes a bit of a cypher, highbrow yet bland; the film never gives us a reason to care about him or the mess he gets .. Richard Crouse
3.8
One in which only a man who doesnt care about gaffes, regardless of their substance, can win. Free Beacon
1.5
Anthony Jeselnik (THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS) is my favorite, but he doesnt do as many specials as Burr. Film Festival Today
1.3
For a film about a promising politician undone by a sex scandal, this is about as dull as it gets. Film Festival Today
3.0
Jason Reitmans real life political drama has big ideas and a strong cast, even if bewigged star Hugh Jackman seems a little miscast as failed presiden .. Adelaide Review
2.0
It has the feel of something important but ends up not saying much at all. Mac Guff
2.0
The Front Runner, a drab political drama about the former presidential candidate Gary Hart, prolongs Reitmans creative slump. Impulse Gamer
2.0
Never anything more than a standard political biopic with a little zip to it. Crooked Marquee
3.0
Its flatness is forgiveable, its history lesson purely watchable. The Film Experience
4.4
Armed with a strong turn from Hugh Jackman, Reitman is able to place us right in the middle of Harts ill fated campaign for President. Its captivating .. Hollywood News
4.5
The Front Runner is brilliant and engrossing on its own terms. With its unmistakable relevance, its downright disturbing. Kdhx
5.0
With its themes of tabloid politics and women vs. womanizers, this film couldnt be more timely today. Aarp
1.5
Reitman mistakes glibly cornering all sides of the argument for complexity, on top of which some unfortunate writing and directing decisions make it s .. Cinema Scope
4.0
While The Front Runner is a commentary on how this incident changed journalism forever, it is also a story with which many of us are already familiar. FlickDirect
3.3
Theres some fun to be had thinking about how beneath the baggy, 80s styled suit Hart wears, theres a physically intimidating man who wouldnt think twi .. The Gate
4.5
This is not a picture of Gary Hart as a man as much as it is a look at a short period that changed his life, as well as all of ours. But its also impo .. Movies and Shakers
3.8
Reitman shows the rough and tumble of a fledgling campaign, where the phones barely work and eager volunteers eat pizza and get organized, with the la .. Movie Cricket
3.1
A kind of inchoate examination of the heart of modern American politics that, much like Harts campaign, never quite seems to get off the ground. From the Front Row
4.0
A straightforward film but a fascinating one (though it never takes a side). Jackman is masterful as Hart, a thinker, practical politician and smooth .. Caution Spoilers
4.5
And when Harts plane goes through turbulence, thats a pretty heavy handed metaphor. Monsters And Critics
2.0
If Reitman is issuing this as a dire and desperate warning, hes sadly far too late. The Jam Report
2.0
The Front Runner is a timely story because its about a paradigm shift that happened in the world of media. 24/7 news cycles were starting to dominate .. Worldo Free L
1.5
Jackman does well in The Front Runner, a decently executed, straightforward account of the scandal and a partial indictment of the American media. World Socialist Web Site
3.1
Its a story of political intrigue, unscrupulous journalism, and a lack of accountability that mirrors our climate. 812 Film Reviews
4.0
Judgement isnt delivered and its up to us to measure his actions and the behaviours of the media. What I Watched Tonight
4.0
An excellent narrative pulse that reveals as a worthy successor to... Pakula or Lumet. El antepenúltimo mohicano ..
3.0
Overall, The Front Runner boasts a strong performance from Jackman, but it doesnt offer anything new or unexpected in your typical political drama. Flick Feast
3.0
The Verdict This pansexual period biopic is remarkable, captivating and utterly fascinating Stan & Ollie (PG) Slapstick comedy legends Stan Laurel and .. Metro News
4.4
Hugh Jackman is first rate as senator Gary Hart in Reitmans fast paced film which perfectly blends comedy and drama. Victoria Advocate
3.0
Reitman displays Hart as a person so lost, alone, and a victim of disenchantment like George Clooney in Up in the Air.
2.8
Maybe only the die hard political junkies are meant to enjoy this film. Konexión
1.5
captures the self confidence bordering on arrogance that blinded Hart to the precariousness of his position... Daily Public
3.5
If theres a crisis, the frontrunner is the easiest to blame, but in the end, its the body politic thats poisoned. Ex Press
3.0
But unlike Peter Capaldi in Iannuccis In The Loop, a similar type role, Simmons doesnt get any snappy dialogue. Book & Film Globe
3.8
This is not a zippy, fast paced political film, but has the somber, dazed mood of a 2 a.m. hotel bar session or one of those war movies where the sold .. Madison
4.5
The Front Runner is a good movie, maybe it wont enter the cinemas history books, but it... raises many important ethical reflections. Cocalecas
3.8
Theres a reason why Matt Bai was drawn to this from the get go, theres a reason why Jay Carson immediately said, Man, thats a movie, and theres a reas .. Wtop
2.0
At a time when the public is burned out on political divisiveness and media oversaturation, the last thing moviegoers are likely going to want is two .. Pasadena Weekly
4.5
Quiet but meticulous is the (complex) reflection that The Front Runner places on our tables.
4.5
I like all the actors in it... I especially like Bill Burr... but it always feels it should be doing more. Double Toasted
3.0
Reitman loses his focus and, despite the brilliant portrayal by Hugh Jackman, the film insists on telling everything in a diffuse and confused way. El Mundo (Spain)
4.5
Theyve got big stars, they dont do anything flashy, theyre well focused, well executed, well made. , The Coast
4.0
Its well acted, absorbing and a surprisingly timely insight on the present day US political scene. Dogandwolf
2.5
In doing so, we lose a massive piece of what makes the early film work so well. We Boughta Blog
5.0
This gripping thriller/drama should garner some Oscar buzz for Hugh Jackman, and perhaps finally win Jason Reitman an Oscar. We Are Movie Geeks
2.0
A biopic about the failed presidential bid by Gary Hart in 1988 is itself a failure. Kxl
3.0
Public disgrace doesnt come much grubbier, although thats not how Hart sees it, with his furious denials and arrogantly misplaced assumption of the ri ..
1.5
It doesnt help that Hugh Jackman is playing Hart closer to his Wolverine persona than to the Boy from Oz.
2.0
Until recently, John M. Urbancich, former and first Executive Editor of CriticsChoiceMovies , reviewed films and wrote related features and celebrity .. Jmuvies Blog Spot
2.5
... a re enactment of an essentially boring process ... executed by people who are never established as characters we should care about. The Arts St L
4.5
Perhaps one of The Front Runners strongest assets is its depiction of the media. This is Film
2.0
The film reflects on the moment personal and professional politics became irrevocably intertwined, fails to question whats really so harmful about it. Culture Whisper
3.0
Even if youre running for sophomore class president, you should see this movie, which has covert advice Keep your pants zipped. Big Apple Reviews
1.5
If the story its telling is as pivotal as its director claims, thats not sufficient. Sojo
3.0
His attempt at making serious cinema isnt a bad one, but its a little duller than were used to. Planet S Magazine
2.0
When the sheer amount of charm that is Hugh Jackman isnt enough to make a movie at least tolerable, things have hit a whole new low. A Reel of One's Own
4.5
Jackman portrays Hart with an unwavering, often frustrating idealism, a cold, one dimensional straightforwardness that doesnt ever allow us to fully c ..
3.0
There are clear signs that this should have been a better film. Even still, its an effective look at the love hate relationship between politics and j .. AXS.com
3.0
Matt Bai, Jay Carson, and Jason Reitmans script doesnt plumb Gary Harts emotional depths. In The Seats
3.8
The movie is better at showing Rice (Sara Paxton) as a woman trampled by the press stampede ditto Harts wife Lee, played elegantly by Farmiga. Philly
4.5
And yet I distinctly recall the excruciating drip drip drip of the Hart calamity. West Word
3.0
Jackman portrays Hart as a man who, to quote Marlon Brandos Terry Malloy in On The Waterfront, coulda been a contender and coulda been somebody. cultbox
2.0
If you thought The Front Runner was going to tell you something more about Gary Hart, then think again.



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