Affairs of State (2018)

★ 4.9 1h 38m IMDb

A young campaign aide gets in way over his head when he sleeps with the wife of a presidential candidate, sending him into a downward spiral of corruption and blackmail.

Affairs of State

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David Corenswet
David Corenswet as Michael Lawson Age 32 · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA David Packard Corenswet (/ˈkɔːrənswɛt/CORE-in-SWET; born July 8, 1993) is an American actor. After graduating from Juilliard in 2016, he began guest-starring in television series, including House of C...
David James Elliott
David James Elliott as Senator John Boland Baines Age 65 · Milton, Ontario, Canada David James Elliott is a Canadian film and television actor, best known for playing lead character Harmon Rabb Jr. on the television series "JAG". Subsequently moving to Los Angeles, he took the stag...
Thora Birch
Thora Birch as Callie Roland Age 44 · Los Angeles, California, USA Thora Birch (born March 11, 1982) is an American actress. She was a child actor in the 1990s, starring in movies such as All I Want for Christmas (1991), Patriot Games (1992), Hocus Pocus (1993), Now...
Mimi Rogers
Mimi Rogers as Judith Baines Age 70 · Coral Gables, Florida, USA Miriam 'Mimi' Rogers (née Spickler; born January 27, 1956) is an American actress and competitive poker player. Her notable film roles are Gung Ho (1986), Someone to Watch Over Me (1987), Desperate Ho...
Adrian Grenier
Adrian Grenier as Rob Reynolds Age 49 · Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA Adrian Grenier (born July 10, 1976) is an American actor, musician and director. He is best known for his lead role on the HBO original series, Entourage, as Vincent Chase..
Faye Grant
Faye Grant as Mary Maples Age 68 · St. Clair Shores, Michigan, USA Faye Grant was born in St. Clair Shores, Michigan, in 1957, and was involved in theater as a teenager. She left home at 18, hitchhiking throughout Mexico, the U.S., and Canada.

Audience Reviews

tmdb51616167 6/10 Sep 02, 2024
I recently viewed the film "Affair of State," and I must admit it was quite unsettling to watch with another individual in the house who is under the age of 18.

The movie itself was compelling, delving into the murky world of politics and the questionable actions that take place within it. It sheds light on how politicians, their spouses, and others seem to evade consequences for their actions, even when facing serious charges. The film highlights the corruption within our world and the US government system, where those in power often escape accountability.

It portrays a chilling reality where the government silences those who pose a threat by resorting to extreme measures, such as murder. This movie serves as a wake-up call for viewers to pay closer attention to the world around them.

However, the film's excessive focus on sex and sexual encounters from start to finish is a major drawback. The lead actor's recurring roles in films involving intimate scenes, whether with men or women, may overshadow the film's overall message.

In conclusion, "Affair of State" is a thought-provoking film that may leave viewers feeling conflicted. While it offers a gripping narrative, the explicit content can make it a discomforting experience, especially when watched in the presence of a younger individual. It's a movie that treads a fine line between intrigue and discomfort, almost resembling a voyeuristic experience.

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