The Clinton Affair

A sober, gripping archival deep-dive that feels like watching a slow-motion political train wreck with real human stakes.

Created by

Blair Foster

Genres

Documentary

Starring

Monica Lewinsky, Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton

Overview

Exploring broader topics including media, feminism, politics and power, the documentary unfolds and traces the twisted, intertwined series of events that led to the impeachment trial that set the nation on the path towards a more staunchly partisan political system. The series features arresting archival footage as well as comprehensive interviews with the people closest to the events including a timely, in-depth reflection on the topic with Monica Lewinsky.

How it feels

Tense, dark, earnest and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Politics, power, media, gender

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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