Bulworth
Enredo
Aqui está um breve resumo do filme Bulworth: Nesta comédia-drama provocadora, Warren "Woo" Bulworth (Warren Beatty), um Senador Democrata da Califórnia, está numa encruzilhada. Sentindo-se desconectado dos seus eleitores e desiludido com o sistema político corrupto, Woo decide tomar medidas drásticas para agitar as coisas. Com um plano para forjar o seu próprio assassinato e arrecadar uma apólice de seguro de vida de $500.000, Woo embarca numa série de aventuras heterodoxas e não convencionais. À medida que a recém-descoberta liberdade de Woo lhe permite ser brutalmente honesto com os seus eleitores, ele adota os ritmos e a linguagem da música hip-hop, para surpresa de todos ao seu redor. Com uma nova confiança e sensação de libertação, Woo começa a dizer a verdade ao poder, abordando queixas antigas e desafiando o status quo em Washington D.C. A franqueza implacável de Woo inicialmente deixa a sua equipa de campanha, incluindo o seu leal assessor, Sidney Miller (Oliver Platt), atónitos e confusos. No entanto, à medida que as palavras de Woo ressoam no público e a sua popularidade começa a disparar, ele encontra-se em conflito tanto com o seu próprio partido quanto com os políticos implacáveis que há muito lucram com o sistema. Enquanto Woo navega neste novo cenário, ele forma um laço improvável com uma jovem afro-americana, Nina (Halle Berry), cuja inteligência afiada e atitude direta o desafiam a confrontar as complexidades do racismo e da desigualdade social. Através de suas conversas, Woo é forçado a confrontar seus próprios preconceitos e limitações, levando, em última análise, a um momento transformador de introspecção. Ao longo da jornada de Bulworth, o diretor Warren Beatty aborda questões oportunas, como reforma do financiamento de campanhas, controlo de armas e discriminação racial, entrelaçando-as numa narrativa que é simultaneamente divertida e instigante. Com sua mistura inteligente de humor, sátira e comentário social, este filme de 1998 continua a ser uma crítica perspicaz e espirituosa do sistema político americano.
Resenhas
Eden
7.0/10. First time watching on Blu-ray. For Chinese audiences, it might have some unique elements, but perhaps not so much for Westerners. Halle Berry was quite beautiful when she was young, but most of the scenes in this film are at night, so it doesn't really showcase her. Warren Beatty wrote, directed, and starred in this, and it's said to be his farewell to Hollywood, so he really let loose. Perhaps it's a manifestation of a former superstar's discontent. Apparently, it was a box office bomb, haha.
Paola
Laughed from beginning to end. Bulworth finally let loose after a lifetime of simmering. Larry King's cameo was a highlight.
Zion
Definitely a fun and audacious film! That line, "Let's get the party started! Let's shout a dirty word: Socialism!" is one of the most memorable and provocative moments. It perfectly encapsulates the film's rebellious spirit and Bulworth's newfound, uncensored voice.
Zoe
A mixed bag, but Bulworth, with its clumsy hip-hop inflections, did make me laugh. It's a cathartic experience to watch a politician on the verge of a breakdown finally speak frankly about the political issues of 90s America. Let those with sacred, hypocritical faces go home and knit sweaters. Conversely, the film lacks exploration of the protagonist's character transformation, and the romance and assassination plot feel largely superfluous. It doesn't quite achieve the fierce, direct, and powerful impact of films like "Bob Roberts" or "A Face in the Crowd."
Gabriel
Under the radar of most contemporary political satires, "Bulworth" remains a poignant and fiercely relevant commentary on American politics. Warren Beatty's portrayal of a disillusioned senator who snaps and starts speaking his mind is nothing short of brilliant. The film fearlessly tackles issues of race, class, and corporate influence with a raw honesty rarely seen in mainstream cinema. While some critics dismissed it as heavy-handed or preachy, "Bulworth" possesses a scathing wit and sharp intelligence that cuts through the political platitudes. It's a film that dares to challenge the status quo and provoke uncomfortable conversations, making it a truly unique and enduring work. The film's exploration of authenticity versus political expediency resonates even more strongly today, making it a must-see for anyone disillusioned with the current political landscape. See it before it disappears.
Talia
Warren Beatty's "Bulworth" is a razor-sharp satire that combines hip-hop swagger with biting social commentary. As the titular senator, Beatty delivers a tour-de-force performance, using his newfound candor to expose the hypocrisy of modern politics and the racism that underlies it. The film's unflinching honesty and scathing wit make for a wildly entertaining and thought-provoking ride, even if its tone sometimes veers into unevenness. Despite its flaws, "Bulworth" remains a bold and incisive critique of American society that still resonates today.
