The Front Runner

“The Front Runner” is ever so relevant in our time of politics clashing with media and explores that even our most beloved leaders are still only human. The film follows many characters, doing a great job on introducing them to us with the little screen time they get. The movie goes by fast as it keeps you guessing how the characters can possibly get out of each situation they face until they are left with a single choice. For me, where the film comes short is perhaps too forcibly interjecting contemporary left wing issues that do not fit the setting of the film. This lasts only for, quite literally, a few seconds. Here is a different but outstanding performance by Hugh in a story that has personally given me better direction in my life.

Disappointing! Not our Hugh Jackman! Lousy film.

I dont know who that Pete Murphy character is but , I think he stole the show my favorite up and commune young actor

Despite the so-so reviews I found "The Front Runner" an excellent, well-written film with stand out performances. Hugh Jackman delivers a performance that is riveting and simmering with a virtuoso's control - and Kudos to ALL the actors involved. Every scene had something I could hang my hat on... The responsibility of ethics in media, the insatiable hunger for scandal, society's sexual taboo's, verses actual morality are thrown into a boiling pot that emerge entertaining, intense and thought provoking. A plus! If you watch it, pay attention to the long opening scene with no visible cuts. It's not as obvious as the opening scene in DePalma's "Snake Eyes" or Orson Welles "A Touch of Evil" - but it's quite an accomplishment.