THE OBAMA EFFECT

Plot:


When John Thomas’ (Dutton) health is threaten by a minor heart attack he is forced to make some life changing decisions. The choice he makes is that he will quit his job as an insurance agent and devote his entire attention to the 2008 presidential campaigning of then Senator Barack Obama. He is all in with the outrageous election costumes, overly decorating his home and countless hours that even detaches him from his family. Down to do whatever he can to help Obama win the election, he even tries to enlist the services of his former thug turned legit millionaire nephew MLK (Williams) who just so happens to be a Republican who gives way to strong resistance. But despite all obstacles he is determined to do his part to help Barack Obama become the first ever African American President.



Reel Talk:


Charles S. Dutton who wrote, produced, directed and acts in this movie takes us on a nostalgic flashback to the time leading up to Barack Obama becoming the President of the United States. Although billed a comedy and you will laugh at the ridiculous campaign attire worn by Dutton, as well as Katt Williams’ character as a pimpalicious Republican, it will also have you rethinking about your personal experiences and thoughts during that time period. Your emotions will vary from the multiple tones that this film offers from happy, funny, sad and glad. Despite being made on a limited budget this is still a solid movie that you will enjoy. This movie is worth checking out, even if just to see the history of Obama becoming president all over again

This movie is currently only being shown at select AMC Theaters nationwide. Please check your local listings.

Starring: Charles S. Dutton, Katt Williams, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Meagan Good, Zab Judah and Jenny Gago
Directed by: Charles S. Dutton
Rated: PG-13

I give it 3 and a half eaten corn dogs

By: Corn Dog - The Reel Hustler