Six months before the
2016 presidential election, Jim Stern searches for answers to Donald Trump’s
widespread support. This film is a
journey into the most controversial presidential campaign in US History. Jim traveled through the red
states to interview and spend time with Donald Trump supporters. He wanted to meet people from different
backgrounds. He wanted insights and answers, anything that would explain the
billionaire’s surging appeal. Why
did these voters remain untroubled by so many troubling things the candidate had
said and done? This film sheds
light on difficult issues confronting this nation. Jim resolved to not create controversy during his discussions but to hear what these people thought. A misunderstood cultural divide seemed to flow through
democracy.
Jim Stern’s goal is
not to argue or change the ideas of the people he interviews. He wants to discover why they have made
their choices. It doesn’t matter
what the viewer’s choice is, this is about gathering interesting insight into the appeal of
Trump. What does this appeal mean
to our country? This is a calmer,
less showy version of Michael Moore’s Fahrenheit 11/9. Moore’s film asked how did this
happen? 3 1/2* (I liked this movie)
90
min, Doc directed by James D. Stern with John Ladd, Julio Marinez, James D.
Stern.
Note: Imdb 5.1 out of 10, Rotten Tomatoes 67%
critic 70% audience.
Special
Note: Filmed in Chicago, Illinois.
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