Bulworth
Bulworth was released in 1998 starring Warren Beatty and Halle Berry. The film follows the California Senator Jay Billington Bulworth running for re-election. After staying up for multiple days during a nervous breakdown, Bulworth takes out a hit on himself. After his episode Bulworth can only tell the truth and begins an unorthadox campaign rapping and pointing out how little the people really matter to everyday politicians.
Written and directed by Beatty.
Quotes
Bulworth: What is it exactly you're concerned about, Murphy?
Dennis Murphy: I'm concerned that you stood up in front of three hundred people in a black church and told them that they were not a factor and never would be as long as we remain in the pocket of the insurance lobby! I'm concerned that you went to a fundraiser in Beverly Hills and told various leaders of the entertainment industry that they make a lousy product, and since many of them also happen to be Jewish, you decided the PRUDENT thing to do would be to MOCK their Jewish paranoia! I'm concerned that we are in an after-hours club in Compton on the eve of the most important event of the campaign swing, where God knows how much illegal activity is taking place and YOU are SMOKING MARIJUANA! Now, Senator - I work for you. You call the shots. But I will be able to do my job so much better if you will just simply tell me ... what is this new strategy? Just tell me a little bit!
Bulworth exhales smoke into Murphy's face.
Bulworth: Have a drink, Murphy. Live your life.
See Also
Wag the Dog
Bob Roberts
