Maximum Truth
Maximum Truth

Maximum Truth

2023Movie91 minEnglish

A documentary crew follows political grifter Rick Klingman as he teams up with his sketchy buddy Simon to take down a rival congressional candidate.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users65%
Director: Colin WestGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A disgraced political consultant, Andy, finds redemption by manipulating public opinion in a small town using his estranged father's forgotten, deceased politician persona. He stages a comeback for his father, creating a viral sensation that leads to unexpected consequences.

Critical Reception

Maximum Truth received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its satirical take on politics and media, as well as the performances of its lead actors. Some found the humor to be hit-or-miss, and the plot occasionally predictable, but it was generally seen as an entertaining and thought-provoking dark comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Sharp satire on the current media landscape and political manipulation.
  • Strong performances, particularly from Ike Barinholtz, elevate the material.
  • Humor can be a bit uneven, but the film offers an interesting premise.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally indicate appreciation for the film's satirical commentary on modern politics and its humor, though some found the plot to be somewhat predictable.

Fun Fact

The film's premise is inspired by the real-life phenomenon of political consultants creating fake personas or amplifying obscure figures to generate media attention.

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