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Absolute Power

Absolute Power

Crime · Drama · Action · 1997

A master thief coincidentally is robbing a house where a murder—in which the President of the United States is involved—occurs in front of his eyes. He is forced to run, while holding evidence that could convict the President.

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Absolute Power

“Corrupts absolutely.”

1997 Crime · Drama · Action 2h 1m

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6.7 / 10

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A master thief coincidentally is robbing a house where a murder—in which the President of the United States is involved—occurs in front of his eyes. He is forced to run, while holding evidence that could convict the President.

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What this film says about your taste.

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

Clint Eastwood

Written by

William Goldman

Clint Eastwood

Clint Eastwood

Luther Whitney

Gene Hackman

Gene Hackman

President Richmond

Ed Harris

Ed Harris

Seth Frank

Laura Linney

Laura Linney

Kate Whitney

Judy Davis

Judy Davis

Gloria Russell

Scott Glenn

Scott Glenn

Bill Burton

Dennis Haysbert

Dennis Haysbert

Tim Collin

Court is in session

Put Absolute Power on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Cool Ironist

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.