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W.

2008 · 129 min

A measured, satirical biopic that humanizes a polarizing figure, blending personal struggle with political ambition and a lingering sense of regret.

Directed by: Oliver Stone
Genres: Drama
Starring: Josh Brolin, Colin Hanks, Toby Jones

Tagline: A life misunderestimated.
Overview: The story of the eventful life of George W. Bush—his struggles and triumphs, how he found both his wife and his faith—and the critical days leading up to his decision to invade Iraq.

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Directed by: Oliver Stone
Genres: Drama
Starring: Josh Brolin, Colin Hanks, Toby Jones

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Tone: satiricalstrength 2 of 3
melancholicstrength 2 of 3
cynicalstrength 1 of 3
earneststrength 1 of 3
Pacing: measured, 2 of 4, from slow-burn to relentless
Attention: engaged, 3 of 4, from background-friendly to demanding
Themes: power
family
identity
politics
ambition
Places: big city
countryside
workplace
Era: contemporary
Audience: adult
Form: nonlinear
true story
Content intensity: Gore none
Language mild
Violence mild
Sex mild

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Action	3
Horror	1
Humour	5
Realism	8
Romance	3
Tension	5
Darkness	6
Complexity	6
Emotional weight	6

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