Wag the Dog

Wag the Dog

1997 · 97 min · EN · R · 6.9 (1,059 votes)
Dir. Barry Levinson · Starring Dustin Hoffman, Robert De Niro, Anne Heche, Woody Harrelson, Denis Leary, Willie Nelson · Music Mark Knopfler

A comedy about truth, justice and other special effects.

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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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This film feels like a cynical, propulsive dive into the absurdities of political spin and media manipulation. It's a darkly comedic, sharp-witted satire that keeps you on edge, questioning the line between reality and performance. The vibe is anxious yet hilariously insightful, a true send-up of power and perception.

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