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best film.
Sean Penn gives a remarkably powerful, understated, nuanced performance as the tragic gay politician, the first openly so one ever elected in this land of the free.
Emile Hirsch, who starred in Penn's, "Into the Wild," is all but unrecognizable here and is one of a collection of very good character/ supporting actors.
This is a fascinating look at the emotional and physical courage which it takes to become a leading political figure who stands for great change in a controversial cause. The film is not a great film because of its writing, cinematography, editing, or obvious other technical graces: it is the masterful performance from Penn which carries all before it. What could have been a syrupy sentimental vehicle for a 2-hour long lecture on gay rights instead is a case study in how a small group of determined, stubborn, and clever individuals can change the way a nation views a central issue.
One bonus: it truly is amazing how much Sarah Palin channels Anita Bryant. Truly remarkable messages, delivery, appearance.
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