The Candidate

The Mikes are going back to the 70's to help Robert Redford run for California state senator as the democratic candidate in..."The Candidate"!

Listen in as Mike Field and Mike Butler discuss this Oscar winning (best original screenplay) film that has seemingly been forgotten. They'll talk about the effort by Redford to make this film happen, how the writer actually worked for those running for office, and what they thought of this political "comedy".

So, grab your popcorn and soda, please notice the exits to the left and right of you and settle down for Forgotten Cinema.

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0:00 - Introduction

4:38 - Film Facts

13:45 - Film Discussion

42:46 - Critic Reviews

49:04 - Who Would You Recommend This To?

52:48 - Why Is This Forgotten?

58:06 - Plugs