The Reagan Show

2017, Documentary, 1h 15m

49 Reviews 50+ Ratings

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The Reagan Show takes an entertaining -- and suitably superficial -- look at a turning point in the way American politics intersect with modern media. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

Ronald Reagan changes the presidency with his focus on public image and use of film crews that continually document his movements.

Cast & Crew

Sierra Pettengill
Director
Pacho Velez
Director
Josh Alexander
Writer
Francisco Bello
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Pacho Velez
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Dan Cogan
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Amy Entelis
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Sierra Pettengill
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Critic Reviews for The Reagan Show

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Audience Reviews for The Reagan Show

  • Jul 06, 2017
    The reliance on archival footage here (as opposed to talking heads) proves the most effective in criticizing Reagan's administration as shallow while still demonstrating the reasons for his popularity.
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