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The Manchurian Candidate (2004)

"Everything is under control."

6.520042h 10mEN
DramaThrillerMystery

Directed by Jonathan Demme

Rating

6.5/10

Runtime

2h 10m

Language

EN

Release

July 30, 2004

Director

Jonathan Demme

Official Trailer

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Overview

Years after his squad was ambushed during the Gulf War, Major Ben Marco finds himself having terrible nightmares. He begins to doubt that his fellow squad-mate Sergeant Raymond Shaw, now a vice-presidential candidate, is the hero he remembers him being. As Marco's doubts deepen, Shaw's political pow...

Cast

Denzel Washington

Denzel Washington

Major Bennett Ezekiel Marco

Meryl Streep

Meryl Streep

Senator Eleanor Prentiss Shaw (D-VA)

Liev Schreiber

Liev Schreiber

Congressman Raymond Prentiss Shaw (D-NY)

Simon McBurney

Simon McBurney

Dr. Atticus Noyle

Kimberly Elise

Kimberly Elise

Rosie

Bruno Ganz

Bruno Ganz

Delp

Jon Voight

Jon Voight

Senator Thomas Jordan (D-CT)

Jeffrey Wright

Jeffrey Wright

CPL Al Melvin

Anthony Mackie

Anthony Mackie

PFC Robert Baker III

Ted Levine

Ted Levine

Colonel Howard

Miguel Ferrer

Miguel Ferrer

Colonel Garret

Dean Stockwell

Dean Stockwell

Mark Whiting

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Manchurian Candidate (2004), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Years after his squad was ambushed during the Gulf War, Major Ben Marco finds himself having terrible nightmares. He begins to doubt that his fellow squad-mate Sergeant Raymond Shaw, now a vice-presidential candidate, is the hero he remembers him being. As Marco's doubts deepen, Shaw's political power grows, and, when Marco finds a mysterious implant embedded in his back, the memory of what really happened begins to return.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Manchurian Candidate. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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