The American President
January 1995
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Geoff Andrew
Part romantic comedy, part Capra-corny political drama, this movie exudes so much sympathy, it sweats.
Janet Maslin
With great looks, a dandy supporting cast, a zinger-filled screenplay by Aaron Sorkin and Mr. Douglas twinkling merrily in the Oval Office, The American President is sunny enough to make the real Presidency pale by comparison.
Kenneth Turan
Genial and entertaining if not notably inspired.
Genial middlebrow fare that coasts a long way on the charm of its two stars.
Richard Corliss
As bustling and impassioned as the best Sturges and Capra movies.
James Berardinelli
Neither bad nor unwatchable, The American President is nevertheless the second straight disappointment from director Rob Reiner.
Critic reviews
Geoff Andrew
Part romantic comedy, part Capra-corny political drama, this movie exudes so much sympathy, it sweats.
Janet Maslin
With great looks, a dandy supporting cast, a zinger-filled screenplay by Aaron Sorkin and Mr. Douglas twinkling merrily in the Oval Office, The American President is sunny enough to make the real Presidency pale by comparison.
James Berardinelli
Neither bad nor unwatchable, The American President is nevertheless the second straight disappointment from director Rob Reiner.
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The best Movie The best movie IV seen since Pretty Woman! Which is now my second favorite movie!!!!: .)
Cast and credits
Actors | Joshua Malina, Gail Strickland, Michael Douglas, Annette Bening, Martin Sheen, Michael J. Fox |
Director | Rob Reiner |
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English
Rental period
Start within 30 days, finish within 48 hours.
Run time
113 minutes
Rating
PG-13
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