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DramaTaon2004Tagal2h 9mIMDb6.6

The Manchurian Candidate

DramaMisteryoSci-Fi

In the midst of the Gulf War, soldiers are kidnapped and brainwashed for sinister purposes.

Panoorin Ngayon

Trailer

Cast

Jonathan Demme

Director

Denzel Washington

Ben Marco

Liev Schreiber

Raymond Shaw

Meryl Streep

Eleanor Shaw

Jeffrey Wright

Al Melvin

Pablo Schreiber

Eddie Ingram

Anthony Mackie

Robert Baker

Dorian Missick

Owens

Jose Pablo Cantillo

Villalobos

Teddy Dunn

Wilson

JP

Joaquin Perez-Campbell

Atkins

TA

Tim Artz

Jameson

Robyn Hitchcock

Laurent Tokar

AT

Antoine Taylor

Boy Scout #1

Joseph Alessi

Boy Scout #2

Raymond Anthony Thomas

Scout Dad

Bill Irwin

Scoutmaster

Kimberly Elise

Rosie

Al Franken

TV Commentator

RC

Richard Condon

Writer

George Axelrod

Writer

DP

Daniel Pyne

Writer

DG

Dean Georgaris

Writer

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Ali AliNov 16, 2022

The Manchurian Candidate

rehan2255Nov 16, 2022

15 years later, and I still LOVE this movie. My father made me watch it as a teen, and I actually liked it. I have a teen of my own now and I hope she too, will love it.

Gabbi GarciaNov 16, 2022

John Frankenheimer's "The Manchurian Candidate" is certainly among the best movies of the cinema history, inclusive is rated in IMDb top 250 as #75. This remake is not totally bad, but why remakes such a classic? It seems that former great director Jonathan Demme presently prefers to follow the easiest way trying to reach success instead of risking, but with terrible results. In 2002, he made an awful and ridiculous version of "Charade" with the mediocre "The Truth About Charlie". In 2004, he decided to insult John Frankenheimer with this complicated and totally absurd and unbelievable version of the classic. My vote is six just because I am a great fan of Denzel Washington and Meryl Streep. Title (Brazil): "Sob o Domínio do Mal" ("Under the Domination of the Evil")

Agouha YomeyeNov 16, 2022

While the 2004 remake of "The Manchurian Candidate" is ensemble acting at its finest, Meryl Streep seems to be having a bit too much fun playing the villainess Eleanor Prentiss Shaw. She doesn't have the same blood-curdling constitution as did Angela Lansbury. "What was I supposed to do, call a MEETING?" she exclaims as her wimpy male colleagues in the shadowy Manchurian Global upbraid her for ordering someone killed without consulting them. Problem is, she was radiantly glowing when she uttered the line, which produced laughs in the NYC theatre I was in. When she showers Liev Schreiber with overly affectionate kisses and hugs, one again suspects Meryl was having a bit too much fun on camera with someone she finds quite attractive -- don't we all? -- in real life. On its own, the 2004 remake is fine cinema. But the problem with all remakes is the inevitable comparison with original. And sadly, as much as I like the 2004 version, my vote goes with Angie Lansbury and Laurence Harvey.

Victoria 🇨🇬Nov 16, 2022

"The Manchurian Candidate (2004)" is a par knock-off of the 1962 classic adapted from the same novel with the usual upgrades and contemporary tweaks. Sporting a good cast and a somewhat cluttered screenplay, the film tells of the plight of a Desert Storm vet (Washington) whose dreams tell a story of what happened to his platoon in Kuwait quite different from the historical account of record with ramifications reaching deep into a U.S. presidential election. A little bulky at two hours, this suspense/drama flick waxes in convolutions and intrigues all the while dangling the "dreams or reality?" question before the audience. With par murmurs from critical corners and mixed commentary from the public in general, this three star flick is probably worth a look for fans of the players or anyone into political thrillers, etc. (B)

samara -riahiNov 16, 2022

In brief comparison, I adore the 1962 film and consider it one of the best of the 60s. This remake is far from the worst remake in existence(the remake to Psycho should never have been made) plus it does have its good points. The film is well made with stylish cinematography and striking locations. The acting is above decent, Denzel Washington does well filling Frank Sinatra's shoes, Liev Schreiber literally sinks his teeth into his role and Meryl Streep does make an impression as Schreiber's unscrupulous mother. The film does also try hard to evoke a chilling atmosphere and does succeed at times. However, Jonathan Demme's direction lacks subtlety and control. Also the script is pretty weak coming across as hackneyed, the story is extremely complex and too convoluted and the film drags making the (just over) 2 hour film rather dull. All in all, not bad but disappointing. 5/10 Bethany Cox

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