Wag the Dog
1997·Movie·
·1h 37min
Where to Watch
Not available to stream in (flatrate)
About
A comedy about truth, justice and other special effects.
During the final weeks of a presidential race, the President is accused of sexual misconduct. To distract the public until the election, the President's adviser hires a Hollywood producer to help him stage a fake war.
DNA
- Themes
- Click below to reveal spoilersMedia ManipulationDeceptionMoral AmbiguityPolitical IntriguePower Of Propaganda
- Plot
- Click below to reveal spoilersPolitical ScandalCrisis ManagementFake NewsWar SimulationPublic DeceptionPolitical ConspiracyPublic DistractionSpin Doctoring
- Pacing
- Character Types
- Time
- Cinematic Style
- Costume and Set
Sequels and Prequels
No sequels or prequels available
Crew
Directed by:
Barry Levinson, Robert Richardson, Amy Sayres
Produced by:
Jane Rosenthal, Robert De Niro, Barry Levinson
Composed by:
Mark Knopfler
