Politics and journalism are in crisis with an actor from “Succession”: the unmissable Prime Video movie

Washington Records (The Independent) is a political thriller that can be seen in a catalogue Prime Video. For those who enjoy plot-packed plots, this title is definitely for them. The film, which has already hit theaters in 2022, is now available on flow. John Cena (peace maker), Judy Turner Smith (no regret) And Brian Cox (Succession) is the star of this production, with the talented actor in a supporting role Anne Dodd (The Handmaid's Tale).

The film is directed by Amy Ricepreviously known for her documentary works such as By the People: The Election of Barack Obama Set in 2009, it tells the story of a corrupt US presidential election, raising questions about the country's partisanship. Hence the original title, because this new candidate does not belong to the classic parties of Democrats and Republicans.

The story is immersed in a painfully recognizable context: a nation torn by long wars, economic recession, a deadly global pandemic, school shootings, climate change, and the siege of the Capitol. In the midst of this storm, questions arise about the viability of having an independent candidate in a system dominated by two parties, even when the options are, at best, the lesser of two evils. The Independent It is presented as a story that seeks to understand the role of journalism in matters of politics, but it also goes fully into the kitchen of newsrooms where there are also egos and a lot of competition.

Although it is notable for maintaining a graceful narrative economy in its initial expository scenes, Evan Barter's script is notable for its inclusion in the story. Black listIt occasionally falls into cliché, missing the opportunity to present a provocative approach to the dealings within the inner circle of power in Washington.

The film also examines the internal tensions at a fictional progressive newspaper, Washington ChronicleWhere Gordon White (Stephen Lang), its editor-in-chief, faces the challenges of a change in ownership that threatens to reshape the newsroom. In this environment, the young and ambitious reporter Eli James (Turner Smith) gets her way, proposing social impact issues such as cuts to education funding. The dynamics within the newspaper reflect the challenges and opportunities in journalism in the face of economic and political pressures.

One of the richest scenes that reflects journalistic work is the moment in which a kind of summary takes place. One of Eli's ideas is approved by the editor, who wants to closely follow the campaign of this man who is running as a candidate, but decides that the article will be taken up by two other of his male journalist colleagues. Thus expert Nicholas Booker (Cox) invites her to work with him because he has been able to see Ellie's inner fire.

It is this duo of journalists who will finally carry out the investigation (with detective features) that will blow away the highest levels of power in Washington.

Washington Records Not only does it invite us to think about politics and journalism in times of crisis, but it also reveals the complexity of personal and professional relationships, in this case, through Eli James and his relationship with the campaign strategist. By Sterling, Lucas Nicol (Luke Kirby), adding a layer of personal intrigue to the moral and political dilemmas raised. Find this address at Prime Video.