Movies and TvShows featuring "lobbyist" theme.
Anne Will discusses political processes, economic relationships, and social trends with her guests. Her motto: to think politically and ask directly.
In New Orleans, Celeste Wood takes a gun manufacturer to court for her husband's death. Jury consultant Rankin Fitch uses illegal practices to manipulate the jury. Juror Nicholas Easter has a hidden agenda with his girlfriend Marlee to offer Fitch the verdict he wants for a price. Fitch orders Easter's apartment raided, but Marlee counters by getting one of Fitch's jurors removed. The cat and mouse game continues as Marlee raises her price and Fitch's witness blows up on the stand. Easter asks jurors to review the case, and Fitch pays Marlee the ransom. The gun manufacturer is found liable and Fitch is confronted by Easter and Marlee. Eventually, the $15 million ransom will go to the town of Gardner, Indiana.
Miss Sloane, a successful and ruthless lobbyist in Washington, D.C., takes on the gun lobby when she is asked to lead the campaign for gun control. As she battles powerful opponents and personal demons, her determination and cunning are put to the test.
An experimental fusion of reality and fiction--a fly-on-the-wall look at government, filmed in and around the corridors of power in Washington. The series ventures inside the world of powerful political consultants--a world that few people ever experience first-hand. Produced on location in Washington, D.C., the largely improvised ten-episode series combines fictional characters with appearances by real-life political figures, all centered around the biggest political news of the week.
Follow the comedic journey of Big Tobacco's chief spokesman, Nick Naylor, as he spins on behalf of cigarettes while navigating fatherhood. As Nick battles against Senator Finisterre's anti-smoking agenda, he also attempts to maintain a relationship with his son. With absurd cutaways and satirical humor throughout, the film highlights the deceptive tactics of the tobacco industry and the personal struggles of a lobbyist.
After breaking up with her long-term boyfriend, Leah starts dating a charming and seemingly perfect man named Carter. However, when Carter's true obsessive and violent nature is revealed, Leah finds herself in a dangerous and terrifying situation.
When the President of the United States, a widower, falls in love with a beautiful lobbyist, he must navigate the complexities of his position and the pressures of his campaign while trying to maintain his relationship.
Burn Up is a drama TV show that revolves around the conflict between environmental activists and an evil corporation. Set against the backdrop of global warming and climate change, the series explores the consequences of greed and the fight for environmental justice.
A businessman hires a reporter to educate his girlfriend, a blonde stereotype, but ends up falling in love with her himself. As they navigate the world of politics and corruption, their relationship is tested. Will love conquer all?
Bundestag member Eva Blumenthal is forced to resign due to political intrigue. Because of this, he changes jobs; she is hired by a lobbying agency. The more he proves his innocence, the more he deviates from his own morals. It must prove that there is an even more complex network of manipulation and corruption behind the intrigues. Her former lover, Economy Minister Bertram Kaiser, is found dead in the Spree River. It is unclear whether he was killed or committed suicide. is his death connected to a conspiracy?
Accidental Love is a romantic comedy about a woman who accidentally gets a nail in her head, causing unpredictable behavior. She travels to Washington D.C. to advocate for the rights of the bizarrely injured, but ends up falling for a clueless young Congressman instead.
France, sports teacher by day, worker by night and activist; Patrick, obscure and lonely Parisian lawyer specializing in environmental law; and Mathias, lobbyist and man in a hurry, will see their destinies turned upside down and intertwined by the terrible act of a desperate farmer.
A con artist running a fake campaign decides to actually run for Congress and wins. He uses his position to get rich through bribery and deception while falling in love with a lobbyist.
Gerd Meineke is a committed member of the Bundestag and member of the Parliamentary Assembly in the Council of Europe. And he has a problem: Leyla, the daughter of his partner Alina, was taken into custody as an opposition figure in her country of origin, Azerbaijan. The blogger fights there for democracy and against environmental destruction. Gerd travels to Baku as an election observer for the Council of Europe, where he wants to campaign for the release of Leyla and other political prisoners. Only on site does he realize that the government and the lobbyists of influential companies are using politicians like him to gain credibility for the ruthless, environmentally destructive extraction of critical raw materials. Leyla and her friend Valentina open his eyes to the extent of corruption that does not stop at Western European politicians. Will Gerd, together with Leyla and the help of her friend, be able to make the corruption of politics public?
Merchants of Doubt is a documentary film that investigates the use of manipulation and propaganda tactics by individuals and industries to cast doubt on climate change. It reveals how these tactics are used to protect corporate interests and undermine government regulation, putting profit over people and the environment. The film also explores the role of lobbyists, the oil industry, and the tobacco industry in promoting skepticism and denial of climate change. Based on the book of the same name, Merchants of Doubt presents a compelling and thought-provoking examination of the truth behind climate change denial.
Casino Jack is a dark comedy that follows the story of a Washington, D.C. lobbyist who gets involved in corruption, murder, and political satire. It explores the dark side of politics and the influence of money in Washington. Based on a true story, the film showcases the life of Jack Abramoff and his downfall as he gets caught up in a web of deceit and greed.
Silver City is a political satire and murder mystery that follows the story of a private detective investigating a murder during a political campaign in Colorado. The detective uncovers a web of corruption and deceit, leading him to question the true motives of the candidates and their supporters. As he delves deeper into the investigation, he discovers a silver mine with potential ties to the murder, as well as the involvement of various individuals including lobbyists, immigrants, and political operatives. With an ensemble cast and plenty of twists and turns, Silver City explores the dark underbelly of the political world.
Get Me Roger Stone is a documentary film that explores the life and career of controversial political strategist Roger Stone. It delves into his role in shaping American politics and highlights his influence on key events such as presidential campaigns and elections. The film provides a comprehensive look at Stone's tactics, strategies, and the impact he has had on the political landscape.
Zeitgeist: Addendum is a documentary that presents a critical view of the global financial system, exposing corruption, exploitation, and the negative consequences of corporate power and greed. It delves into topics such as economic theories, the banking system, modern-day slavery, and the impact of globalization. The film also explores the interconnectedness of various issues such as environmental exploitation, government corruption, and human suffering.