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The School of Power is a fascinating exploration, really. Raoul Peck dives deep into the lives of these young ENA graduates, from their formative years in the late '70s to their eventual rise in the political landscape of France by the mid-'80s. The pacing is deliberate, allowing us to absorb the weight of their ambitions and moral compromises. The atmosphere is thick with tension and a sense of inevitable power struggles, nicely supported by the performances that feel genuine and layered. The way Peck constructs their trajectories through education and ambition gives a raw look at the genesis of political figures, making you ponder the implications of their choices in a world that's all about influence and connections. It's an intriguing take on the machinery of power, really.
Two-part retelling from 1977 to 1986Focuses on education and political riseGenuine performances and layered characters
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