Discourse: Five Movies for Your US Election Day
Preparing for the Big Night: Five Movies to Enhance Your US Election Experience
Ever wondered what's behind the strategic communication of a political leader like Donald Trump? Or how Hugh Jackman could have thrived in musicals instead? We've got you covered with our new podcast, "Hollywood Meets Washington: Our Top 5 Picks for the US Election". From documentaries to biographies, we've handpicked films from the past 20 years to make your election night more thrilling. A quick review at the end ensures you don't squander two hours!
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Mirjam Hutten
Mirjam Hutten, born in 1999, has interviewed Auma Obama – the sister of the former US president – for the school newspaper. Originally planning to take over the family hotel "Am Torturm", she studied economics in her hometown Würzburg. However, she decided against the hotel and received a scholarship as a video journalist at the Media School Bayern. For the Munich radio station M94.5, she moderated the format "Pocket News" and ran a half-marathon live on camera. Back in Würzburg, she wrote an article about organ donation tattoos and got one herself. Her goal: to develop podcasts for the "Süddeutsche Zeitung" and interview Michelle Obama. Her nickname: jam
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Till Tognino
Till Tognino, born in 2000, is often recognized on Bumble as the guy with the "Colgate Smile". Initially aiming to become a goldsmith, he eventually pursued journalism studies in Magdeburg. Since then, he's crafted pointed texts for various media outlets, from MDR Television to namibian radio stations and a Spanish-speaking German weekly. With an self-proclaimed "political nerd" status, he could already list all ministers in Angela Merkel's former cabinet at the age of 13. When he's not educating others about parliamentary systems, he enjoys photographing exotic animals, particularly parrots and frogs, in Costa Rica, where he worked for eight months in a national park. His nickname: tog
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Movies to Watch during the US Election
For a long election night in the United States, especially one as significant as November 5, 2024, here are some movie recommendations that relate to politics or elections and might offer insight or entertainment:
Recommended Movies
- Wag the Dog (1997)
- Plot: Set in the lead-up to an election, this satire revolves around a spin doctor who creates a fictional war to distract from a presidential scandal. It explores political manipulation and media influence.
- Why watch it: While not directly related to Donald Trump, it offers insights into the power and impact of media and political manipulation on public opinion.
- The American President (1995)
- Plot: A romantic comedy-drama about a widowed U.S. President who falls in love with a lobbyist, it touches on political intrigue and the personal life of a president.
- Why watch it: Although not directly related to Trump, it offers a unique look into the complex personal and political life of U.S. presidents.
- Election (1999)
- Plot: A dark comedy about a high school election, focusing on themes of ambition and political manipulation.
- Why watch it: Although not specifically about Donald Trump or national elections, it provides a humorous angle on the competitive nature of politics.
- Swing Vote (2008)
- Plot: A comedy-drama about an apathetic voter whose single vote decides the U.S. presidential election. It highlights the power of individual votes and the unpredictable nature of elections.
- Why watch it: While not specifically about Trump, it emphasizes the importance of every vote and the potential impact of a single individual on the outcome of an election.
- The Trump-Russia Investigation
- While not a specific movie, documentaries or films about the Trump-Russia investigation might be relevant for those interested in political scandals and investigations involving Trump.
These films offer a mix of satire, drama, and comedy to entertain viewers while waiting for election results. They provide insights into political processes and the complexities of elections without being directly about Donald Trump's presidency. However, if you're looking for content more directly related to Trump, you might consider documentaries or news coverage that focus on his presidency and political career.
- The upcoming election night on November 5, 2024, might be more engaging with some entertainment to break the tension. For instance, you could watch "The American President" (1995), a romantic comedy-drama that gives insights into the complex personal and political life of US presidents, or "Election" (1999), a dark comedy about ambition and political manipulation in a high school election.
- To explore political manipulation and media influence, consider watching "Wag the Dog" (1997), a satirical movie set during an election about a spin doctor creating a fake war to divert attention from a presidential scandal. Additionally, you might find documentaries or films about the Trump-Russia investigation interesting if you're drawn to political scandals involving Donald Trump.
