THE CONTENDER (Rod Lurie, 2000) 126 mins

Playing at the Niagara Falls History Museum.

Rated 14A “An intelligent and informed look at the preposterous way our leaders are often picked and sabotaged” (Chicago Tribune, Michael Wilmington). Outstanding performance by Joan Allen, in the role of a senator, and contender for Vice-President, threatened by a male-driven system blinded by privilege. Outstanding cast includes Gary Oldman, Jeff Bridges, Christian Slater, Sam Elliott. Awards: Numerous nominations, Best Actor, Best Actress.