11. The Ides of March (2011)

Against the background of a presidential campaign, The Ides of March explores the underside of American politics. Featuring Ryan Gosling, the movie follows an ambitious press secretary embroiled in the entanglement of political corruption, betrayal, and manipulation. Though not grounded on a specific real-life incident, the film captures the ruthlessness of strategies and the immoral sacrifices typical in actual campaigns. Directed by George Clooney, it presents an unflinching examination of how idealism and ambition conflict in the political world, echoing the moral conflicts many political leaders experience. Although the movie captures the ups and downs of American politics, it is not completely factually accurate.
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