Can Mr. Smith Get to Washington Anymore?

Nov 24 2006 Not Rated 1h 22m
Documentary

This documentary follows the 2004 Missouri Democratic primary to replace retiring 28-year veteran and former House Majority Leader Dick Gephardt. It is told from inside the campaign of Jeff Smith, a 29-year old part-time political science instructor at Washington University.

Plot

Frank Popper's engaging documentary follows the 2004 campaign of Jeff Smith, a young political science instructor at Washington University who runs for the seat vacated by retiring congressman Dick Gephardt. Pitted against state Rep. Russ Carnahan, the scion of a powerful political family, Smith proves that an unknown with no money can make a difference, forging a campaign that ultimately poses a serious challenge to Carnahan.

Written by

Matt Coen, Mike Kime, Frank Popper

Directed by

Frank Popper

Cast

Nick Adams, Joan Barry, Charles Brennan

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Languages

English

Awards

1 win

Scores
# of Votes
252
Average Rating
7.4 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA