The Candidate (2007)

The Candidate (2007) poster

Shortly before the presidential election in a European state, Michel Dedieu stepped in at the last minute to replace his party's candidate, who was forced to withdraw due to a rapidly spreading cancer. The day after the first round, he has very little time to prepare with his close team for the televised debate that will pit him against his opponent. Unpopular with the media and the public, he must improve his image and refine his arguments at all costs.

Director: Niels Arestrup
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 95 min
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Music: Sébastien Souchois
Cinematography: Romain Winding
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Niels Arestrup
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Candidate about?
Shortly before the presidential election in a European state, Michel Dedieu stepped in at the last minute to replace his party's candidate, who was forced to withdraw due to a rapidly spreading cancer. The day after the first round, he has very little time to prepare with his close team for the televised debate that will pit him against his opponent. Unpopular with the media and the public, he must improve his image and refine his arguments at all costs.
Who directed The Candidate?
The Candidate was directed by Niels Arestrup.
Who stars in The Candidate?
The Candidate stars Yvan Attal, Niels Arestrup, Maurice Bénichou, Guillaume Gallienne, Clotilde de Bayser, Sophie Broustal.
How long is The Candidate?
The Candidate has a runtime of 1h 35m (95 minutes).
What genre is The Candidate?
The Candidate is a Drama film.
Where was The Candidate produced?
The Candidate was produced in France.