The Candidate

"Redford's superior acting talents, which not-often-enough are tapped by the scripts he decides to do, are nearly all on display herein in a virtuoso peformance."

"One of the few good, truly funny American political comedies ever made."

"One of the more intelligent films to have been made about political machinations in America."

"If this candidate doesn't prove to be a winner, I'll demand a recount."

"A fascinating film that sometimes feels like a documentary."

"With Redford giving one of his best comedic performances, helped by a Oscar winning script, The Candidate is witty and charming..."

"Much of it has a pleasing air of accuracy. But Redford's inability to suggest any irony about himself finally sinks it..."