The Front Runner

Name: The Front Runner
Director: Jason Reitman
Genre: Drama, History
Released: 2018-01-01
Duration: 113 min
Rating: 5.9
Cast: Hugh Jackman, Vera Farmiga, J.K. Simmons, Mark O'Brien, Molly Ephraim

2018Dir. Jason Reitman1h 53m

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Runtime1h 53m

Released2018

Budget$25M

Box office$3.3M

DirectorJason Reitman

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The Front Runner has this gritty, almost documentary-like feel that captures the late 80s political climate really well. Reitman weaves in a lot of period detail, from the costumes to the TV coverage, which adds to that authentic atmosphere. Hugh Jackman as Gary Hart is compelling—he manages to portray both the charm and the naivety of a candidate who thought he could keep his personal life private. The pacing feels deliberate, letting the tension build as Hart’s campaign unravels. It’s fascinating to see how media scrutiny starts to shift the landscape of politics; you can’t help but think about how relevant that still is today. Overall, it’s not just about a political scandal, it’s about the fragility of public perception.

Released in November 2018 by Columbia Pictures.Shot on location in various parts of the U.S.Cinematography by Eric Steelberg, known for naturalistic look.Features a supporting cast including Vera Farmiga and J.K. Simmons.