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So, 'Above the Fray: The Lessons of Dukakis' dives into the 1988 presidential race through Michael Dukakis' lens. The doc captures his journey from being the Democratic Nominee to the heavy loss against George H.W. Bush. It feels quite personal, you know? The pacing has this reflective quality, allowing the gravity of his experience to sink in. The atmosphere is tinged with the weight of political ambition and subsequent disillusionment. It’s intriguing how it contrasts Dukakis' ideals against the brutal media landscape of the time. The storytelling unfolds with a rawness that’s hard to ignore, shedding light on the forgotten nuances of a pivotal election. Not just about politics, it’s about the human side of campaigning and what happens when you fall from grace.
Focuses on the personal narrative of DukakisHighlights the media's impact on political campaignsExplores themes of ambition and disillusionment
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