
All the King's Men
Time brings all things to light.
Directed by Steven Zaillian
Produced by Relativity Media, Phoenix Pictures
A dark political tragedy exploring how idealism curdles into corruption and power corrupts those who wield it, grounded in Louisiana's murky political machinery.
The story of an idealist's rise to power in the world of Louisiana politics and the corruption that leads to his ultimate downfall. Based on the 1946 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel written by Robert Penn Warren, loosely based on the story of real-life politician Huey Long.
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Is All the King's Men sad? Yes. More sad than 88% of films.
Does All the King's Men end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 78% of films.
Is All the King's Men scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is All the King's Men easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Is All the King's Men violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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