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The Distinguished Gentleman (1992)

 -  Comedy | Crime  -  4 December 1992 (USA)
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A Florida con man uses the passing of the long time Congressman from his district who he just happens to share a name with, to get elected to his version of paradise, Congress, where the ... See full summary »

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Armando
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Vera Johnson
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A Florida con man uses the passing of the long time Congressman from his district who he just happens to share a name with, to get elected to his version of paradise, Congress, where the money flows from lobbyists. But soon he learns the nature of the game and decides to fight back the only way he knows how, with a con. Written by Craig D. Barker <cdbarker@umich.edu>

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From con man to congressman

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Comedy | Crime

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Rated R for language and a scene of sexuality | See all certifications »

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4 December 1992 (USA)  »

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De estafador a senador  »

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$46,666,502 (USA)
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Trivia

Johnson quotes several Presidents of the Untied States during his run for Congressman speech. "We have nothing to fear but fear itself" Franklin D. Roosevelt "Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country" John F. Kennedy "Read My Lips", George W. Bush See more »

Goofs

When the Congressmen are out in the field hunting, they spot a flock of geese and commence firing. However, even though we hear the sound of multiple rapid gunfire, none of the weapons (M16s) have any fire spitting from the barrels, nor do any spent cartridges eject. See more »

Quotes

Olaf Andersen: Now the question is, can we get the shit back into the horse?
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References Scarface (1983) See more »

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"THE THUNDERER"
Written by John Philip Sousa
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A very clever and sharp movie
13 November 2003 | by (The Greater Southwest) – See all my reviews

Being a Government teacher, I was curious about this film. As an Eddie Murphy vehicle, I was what somewhat curious to see if it would be an educational movie or just a comedic flick. Well, it was both. The story is funny and the plot is politically sharp. We see how the congressional committees work and how money influences our legislative process. Eddie Murphy has arrived as an actor that is still capable of making quality films.


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