Grassroots
2012 · 1h 38m · Comedy, Drama · United States of America · Rated R (US)
Democracy with a Smile
Grant Cogswell, a liberal music critic decides to run for city council against a popular black incumbent and is assisted by a reporter who recently lost his job. Initially given no chance, things turn dark when Cogswell makes it into the general election. Based on a true story.
Directed by
Stephen GyllenhaalBased on the novel by
Phil Campbell5.9Smart score
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