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    Top American political thrillers you need to watch

    By Anujj Trehaan
    Mar 15, 2024
    06:35 pm

    What's the story

    American political thrillers skillfully merge suspense with a revealing look at government and power dynamics.

    These films go beyond mere entertainment, stimulating critical thought about the political sphere.

    The U.S. film industry has produced notable examples that have shaped both the cinematic landscape and public political discourse.

    Here are five groundbreaking films from this thought-provoking genre.

    Film 1

    'All the President's Men'

    All the President's Men (1976) is a historical thriller that dramatizes the real-life investigative journalism of Woodward and Bernstein.

    These two Washington Post reporters dug deep into the Watergate scandal, which ultimately led to President Nixon's unprecedented resignation.

    The film is widely acclaimed for its precise attention to detail and has had a significant influence on the field of political journalism.

    Film 2

    'The Manchurian Candidate'

    The Manchurian Candidate (1962) is a political thriller set against Cold War tensions, focusing on brainwashing and conspiracy.

    It follows a Korean War veteran's discovery of a plot to implant a communist sleeper agent into the American government.

    This film's narrative, highlighting fears of foreign political influence, remains pertinent and thought-provoking in its exploration of espionage and intrigue.

    Film 3

    'Three Days of the Condor'

    In Three Days of the Condor (1975), a CIA analyst discovers his colleagues' murder and is thrust into a survival struggle. He must unravel the reasons behind the killings.

    The film explores espionage, trust, and morality within the intelligence community.

    Additionally, it offers an intense journey through the labyrinth of internal agency conflicts and the challenges of discerning truth in a covert world.

    Film 4

    'The Parallax View'

    The Parallax View (1974) delves into the story of a journalist's investigation into a senator's assassination, leading to the unearthing of a vast conspiracy orchestrated by a secretive corporation.

    The film is notable for its critical examination of political manipulation and the media's role in such schemes, offering a disturbing portrayal of how power structures can shape and control democratic processes.

    Film 5

    'Argo'

    Argo (2012) dramatizes the tense CIA-Canadian operation to rescue six American diplomats from Iran's 1980 hostage crisis.

    While taking creative liberties, the film effectively captures the fraught intersection of international diplomacy and covert operations.

    It illustrates the complexities and perils of such a high-stakes mission, emphasizing the resourcefulness and bravery required to successfully navigate this perilous undertaking during a time of crisis.

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