Nick is a man who has turned spinning news and information into a successful career for the tobacco lobby. He plots strategies with his colleagues on how to make other dangerous products more appealing to the American public. Nick ends up going to Hollywood with his young son in order to get a movie producer to include characters smoking in his newest film. Nick is kidnapped by a vigilante group concerned about the harmful nature of his product.
This is a great piece of satire that is funny, shocking and most importantly, captivating. It had the feel of a behind-the-scenes documentary exposing things that the public wasn't supposed to know. The fact that the topic was controversial added to the intrigue as well. All of the actors did a great job and were totally believable in their roles. This is a very smart film and a must see for anyone who would like some insight into the kinds of conversations that go on behind the scenes which result in the positive spin of dangerous products (i.e. tobacco companies paying for ads that warn against smoking).
Rating: 4 of 5 stars
Would I watch it again: No
Starring: Aaron Eckhart, William H. Macy, Rob Lowe, Robert Duvall, Katie Holmes
I typically watch movies on Monday, Wednesday and Friday while riding the ACE Train from Tracy to Santa Clara. The opinions expressed are those of me, myself and I.
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