Hugh Jackson's extraordinary performance carries this true story of human weakness, political intrigue and the truly appalling behaviour of so many journalists to destroy anyone who can feed their race for a headline , through a seamless journey to hell.
It is as timely now as it was then and explains clearly and sadly why we get the politicians we deserve.
You don't need to know the history behind this story. The film takes you exactly where you need to go.
And that is an understanding of the grubbiness of politics and journalism and their ugly dance together through our landscape. Films like this are worthy in so many ways, not the least of which is to throw a light on just what defines character.
Highly recommended!
Review of The Front Runner
