Sweet Micky for President
Sweet Micky for President

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Sweet Micky for President

2015
Movie
89 min
English

Music and politics collide when international music star, Pras Michel of the Fugees, returns to his homeland of Haiti following the devastating earthquake of 2010 to mobilize a presidential campaign for Haiti's most controversial musician: Michel Martelly aka Sweet Micky. The politically inexperienced pair set out against a corrupted government, civil unrest, and a fixed election. When Pras's former bandmate, superstar Wyclef Jean, also enters the presidential race, their chances seem further doomed. But with the help of a few friends, including Ben Stiller and former president Bill Clinton, they never give up on their honest dream of changing the course of Haiti's future forever

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes83%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users88%
Director: Ben Braun and Danielle N. MorganGenres: Documentary, Music, Politics

Plot Summary

This documentary chronicles the unlikely 2010 presidential campaign of Haitian-American hip-hop artist Wyclef Jean, who, under the moniker Sweet Micky, sought to run for president of Haiti. The film delves into his journey, the political landscape of Haiti, and the controversies that ultimately prevented his candidacy from being formally accepted.

Critical Reception

Sweet Micky for President was generally well-received by critics for its intimate look at Wyclef Jean's political aspirations and the complex socio-political environment of Haiti. Reviewers often praised its energetic pacing and the access it provided to Jean's personal and public life during this tumultuous period. However, some noted that the film occasionally felt more like a fan's perspective than a strictly objective documentary.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its vibrant portrayal of Wyclef Jean's charisma and ambition.

  • Commended for offering a compelling, if sometimes biased, glimpse into Haitian politics.

  • Noted for its energetic and engaging documentary style.

Google audience: Google users generally found the documentary to be an interesting and energetic look at Wyclef Jean's attempt to enter politics, appreciating the insights into his motivations and the Haitian political scene. Many felt it was a compelling story, though some wished for a more balanced perspective.

Awards & Accolades

Screened at the Sundance Film Festival in 2015.

Fun Fact

The film's release was strategically timed to coincide with the 2015 Haitian general election, though Wyclef Jean was ultimately disqualified from running.

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