Miss Sloane
Miss Sloane

Miss Sloane

2016Movie133 minEnglish

An ambitious lobbyist faces off against the powerful gun lobby in an attempt to pass gun control legislation.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes66%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users70%
Director: John MaddenGenres: Drama, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

Elizabeth Sloane, a formidable and ruthless lobbyist, is known for her success in Washington D.C. When she takes on a powerful gun lobby, she must navigate a treacherous path of political intrigue, ethical compromises, and personal sacrifices. Her unconventional and often aggressive tactics pit her against formidable opponents and test the limits of her own ambition.

Critical Reception

Miss Sloane received generally positive reviews, with particular praise directed at Jessica Chastain's commanding performance. Critics lauded the film's sharp, intelligent screenplay and its exploration of the morally ambiguous world of political lobbying. However, some found the plot convoluted and the tone overly bleak, though most agreed it was a compelling and thought-provoking thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • Jessica Chastain delivers a powerhouse performance as a morally complex and intensely driven lobbyist.
  • The film offers a sharp, cynical, and often thrilling look into the cutthroat world of political maneuvering.
  • While the intricate plot sometimes strains credibility, its exploration of ethical gray areas is compelling.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated Jessica Chastain's intense performance and the film's exploration of political strategy. Some found the narrative a bit too dark or complex, but many praised its intelligence and suspense.

Awards & Accolades

Jessica Chastain was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama.

Fun Fact

Jessica Chastain's character, Elizabeth Sloane, has an estimated 15-minute monologue in the film where she explains her motivations and strategies, making it one of the longest monologues in a mainstream film.

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Reno

**A mastress stroke!** Another American politics, why should I care! If you are saying like that, then you are missing out something wonderful. First of all it was not based on any real, except the gun control theme that rocked the US re...