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Election
Movie (1999)
Tracy Flick is running unopposed for this year’s high school student election. But Jim McAllister has a different plan. Partly to establish a more democratic election, and partly to satisfy some deep personal anger toward Tracy, Jim talks football player Paul Metzler to run for president as well.
Movie (1999)
Tracy Flick is running unopposed for this year’s high school student election. But Jim McAllister has a different plan. Partly to establish a more democratic election, and partly to satisfy some deep personal anger toward Tracy, Jim talks football player Paul Metzler to run for president as well.
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Sex & Nudity
The film features several sexual encounters and explicit discussions about sexual affairs. There are scenes involving infidelity and suggestive behavior throughout the narrative.
Violence & Gore
The film contains very little physical violence, mostly limited to a brief scene of a student being shoved and some general aggressive behavior. It is not an action-oriented or violent movie.
Profanity
The dialogue is very coarse, featuring frequent use of f*ck (multiple times), sh*t (multiple times), and various other insults used to express anger and frustration. The language is pervasive and serves as a core element of the characters' aggressive personalities.
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
There are scenes depicting adult characters consuming alcohol in social settings and at home. Substance use is shown as a background element of the characters' personal lives.
Frightening Scenes
The film relies on psychological tension and the manipulative nature of its characters, which creates a generally uncomfortable and cynical atmosphere. It is more emotionally intense than frightening.
Key Insights
Quick summary and important considerations
This movie is a dark comedy that shows how adults and teenagers sometimes act dishonestly when they want to win a competition at any cost.
Content Warnings
Sexual content
Moral corruption
Manipulation
Detailed Analysis
In-depth insights for parents and educators
What Parents Need to Know
The film features sexual situations, inappropriate adult-student dynamics, and pervasive cynical behavior. It is designed as a dark satire, not a typical coming-of-age story.
What Kids Can Learn
Viewers can observe the destructive nature of narcissism and the long-term impact of choosing short-term victory over long-term integrity.
Key Topics Discussed
Ethics in education
Manipulation
Political ambition
Why Parents Might Like It
The sharp script offers a biting, intelligent critique of ambition and the grey areas of human morality.
Positives & learning
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Positive messages
The narrative serves as a cautionary tale regarding the corrupting influence of personal grudges and the breakdown of institutional integrity.
Role models
Characters demonstrate significant lapses in judgment, ethical failures, and manipulative behaviors; none serve as models for healthy social conduct.
Representation
The cast features a standard mix of suburban archetypes, but characters lack depth beyond their functions in a satire of power dynamics.
Learning
Provides a case study in media literacy, prompting discussions about bias in storytelling and the consequences of compromising one's values.
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