For week 42 we went and saw The Ides of March. I'll be honest. This easily could have been a movie I overlooked. Political movies aren't really by favorite. But I heard it was good and nothing else was really jumping out us.
The story is about a presidential campaign and the "workings" behind it. The main character, Stephen, played by Ryan Gosling is sort of the PR brains behind a campaign for a presidential hopeful played by George Clooney. He's young and dedicated to the candidate but finds trouble along the way and gets to see how things really work. This movie gave a very interesting perspective into politics. I always wonder why a politician can't stick to their views and beliefs and just do what they think is right. This movie gives a glimpse into why it seems like it is never possible. There are too many ulterior motives behind everything. And I thought it was funny that of all the things going on in this movie the one thing that gets the guy in trouble is a woman. What is it about men who just can't resist temptation even when there is so much at stake? I'll never understand that.
As far as the movie itself, it was a little slow moving. I felt like 80% of the movie was building up to this climax and then when the climax hit the movie was over. It was a little strange. Although, that being said, it wasn't a bad movie. It was interesting but it wasn't super exciting. As far as acting, Ryan Gosling did a terrific job. The movie was basically all about him. Everyone else was just support. Even George Clooney.
To Sum it up: Lots of dynamics, a different way to view politics but a little slow going.
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