Backbencher

A light, cringe-inducing political mockumentary that mines awkward laughs from incompetence and spin.

Directed by

Daniel Irlam

Genres

Comedy

Starring

Ellis J. Wells, Rohit Sujanani, Makenna Guyler

Tagline

In the chamber nobody can hear you scream.

Overview

A mockumentary following the campaign trail of a hapless MP as he attempts to win over the support of his local constituents and secure a job in government. However Other MP's, a hostile media and his own incompetence stand in his way.

How it feels

Satirical, absurd, light and cynical. Brisk and easy to follow.

About

Politics, media, ambition, corruption

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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