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What happens when you mix greed, a few lobbyists, tribal gaming, greek off-shore gambling, one very pissed off ex-wife, and politics? One big disaster for the Elephant (Republican) Party. This follows the true story of Jack Abramoff, a DC lobbyist with the idea of grandeur. After losing his job he takes on the task of continuing lobbying to create what he what he wanted to create.This was the last film by director George Hickenlooper-he died shortly before this film's release. He did a great job with editing, and creating a presentation for the film. The opening sequence of Jack arguing with himself show's his character, and it also establishes the basic style of the film. If your a tribal person, or a very political person, then this film will just piss you off from the start. The script, by Norman Snider, is very financial and political based. So it's fast and fun to keep up with. Kevin Spacey, Jack Abramoff, has made a re-appearance in popular films. He does a great job creating the characters that people despise. Here is the Jewish lobbyist who believed that by stealing money, from tribal gaming and the greek gambling, to fund politicians being in office and open luxurious Jewish based business. His control over government placed the congress, and senate, in a hot situation. Naturally, they had power and he took the fall in the end. Barry Pepper plays the role of the slimy lobbyist Michael Scanlon. He's not only the one who cheats on his wife-making her reveal everything, but he also betrays all his friends. Jon Lovitz makes a return to film in this one creating a unique character, Adam Kidan. All these conspire together to steal vast amounts of money quickly. I was surprised to see Graham Greene in this film, but it was unfortunate that he is type-casted in Native American roles. He does a great job in this role. Rachelle Lefevre plays the role of Emily J. Miller, the pissed off wife. They all work together to tell a story of this corruption.
I give this film a 9 out of 10 stars! It's a great story, a great cast, and is well directed. However, its hard to find any protagonist in this film that audience's can easily cheer for. The script moves fast, and explains the financial aspects of this situation. It does apply to a certain film audience.
Answer to last blog: Director Robert Schwentke also directed the film The Tim Traveler's Wife.
Que: What other popular film featured both Graham Greene and Rachelle Lefevre starring in the same film?
Maverick
The Green Mile
New Moon
The Pool Boys
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