Men of Crisis: The Harvey Wallinger Story
Dr. Harvey Wallinger is one of Nixon's aides who rises through the ranks to become the "real" power behind the president. This short was produced as a television special for PBS in 1971 and was scheduled to air in February 1972, but it was pulled from the schedule shortly before its airdate as PBS officials reportedly feared it might adversely affect their government funding. The special never aired, but it can now be viewed in The Paley Center for Media and has been widely bootlegged online.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1971 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy, TV Movie |
| Director | Woody Allen |
| Runtime | 25 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.9/10 (27 votes) |
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The film constructs a sharp political satire, relying on the recognizable contours of the Nixon era and using grotesque exaggeration to lay bare the mechanics of power. It explores the tension between public democracy and backroom influence.
What lingers after viewing is the boldness of the parody, whose own censorship history amplifies its provocative edge. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Woody Allen
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With a cynical smile during a late-night political deep dive.
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