
State of the Union
How's the State of the Union? It's GREAT!
Directed by Frank Capra
Produced by Liberty Films, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
A mid-century romantic comedy-drama about political ambition and marital fidelity, balancing satirical jabs at Washington politics with genuine emotional stakes around a marriage tested by power.
An industrialist is urged to run for President, but this requires uncomfortable compromises on both political and marital levels.
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Questions people ask
Is State of the Union violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.
Is State of the Union scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Is State of the Union easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.
Does State of the Union end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 62% of films.
Is State of the Union sad? Not especially. Less sad than 59% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Like State of the Union
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as State of the Union
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like State of the Union, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like State of the Union, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like State of the Union, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































