"Yes, Mr. President..."      

THE AMERICAN PRESIDENT (PG-13) ****

Reviewed July 15, 1996 - Check out the American President Web Site.

Director Rob Reiner's really getting good at the When Harry Met Sally type of movie (by the way, he directed When Harry Met Sally).  The American President is a light, entertaining romantic comedy set in our very own White House.  The film stars Michael Douglas and Annette Bening, who both turn in strong performances in their respective roles.  What's the story about?  Let's put it this way:

This is the President, and it's an election year...

This is the President's girlfriend...

Any questions?

Okay, okay, you've got questions...just go and watch the movie.  It won't hurt, I promise...


IMPRESSIONS

I didn't mention this but: Martin Sheen, Michael J. Fox, and Richard Dreyfuss are also in this film.  Oooh, now you really want to see it, right?

Do you think: they'll ever come out with a movie called The American Vice President?  Nah, that would be too boring....


Responses from cyberspace--thanks for writing!!

klasher@suffolk.lib.ny.us gives this movie ***** stars: "This is a wonderful movie, I've watched it over and over again and I can't wait to watch it again." (9/2/00)

kristis_little_angel@yahoo.com gives this movie ***** stars: "I think this was an excellent movie. Annette Bening and Micheal Douglas were at their best. They did wonderful acting in this movie and if there is someone who hasn't seen this movie, I recommend them to see this movie." (3/28/00)

Jessica Schmidt gives this movie ***** stars: "I absolutely LOVED this movie! Annette Bening makes such a fool of herself. Michael Douglas was the perfect actor to be the president! I liked all of the characters. I recommend this movie to anyone!!" (12/11/99)

Annie gives this movie ***** stars: "This charming, romantic comedy has put a new perspective about, not only love, but also about how we americans view our current events through the eyes of the media. Rob Reiner has made another triumphant leap to greatness. There is no other director who could of pulled it off. I HIGHLY recommend this movie to anyone. It is one of the jewels of modern cinema." (12/6/99)

rociorivera_2000@yahoo.com gives this movie ***** stars. (11/9/99)

scully1149@aol.com gives this movie ***** stars: "I am only 13 but I loved this movie!! The deliverence of both actors was amazing! I LOVE THIS MOVIE" (3/24/99)

subzerob@gte.net gives this movie ***** stars: "This is one of the best movies I have seen. The happy ever after ending was endering without being non-believeable. Michael Douglas would make a really GREAT PRESIDENT for REAL!!" (9/6/98)

research@portal.ca gives this movie ***** stars: "this is just to let you know we both really enjoyed this absolutely wonderful film. We watch it at least once a week (you think we're joking) Oh ok then once a day...........anyway thank you to whoever for making such a brilliant film and an even bigger thank you to Michael Douglas and Annette Benning for being so excellent in it.....Oh and Martin Sheen, Michael J Fox etc etc. " (8/23/98)

christinagolden@hotmail.com gives this movie **** stars: "I loved the movie! I'm only 15, and so most people would assume I don't really care about politics, but this movie really kinda made it interesting. The relationship between the characters of Michael Douglas and Annette Bening is just amazing - it proves that love will withstand anything, even the disapproval of the U.S.A. Michael Douglas also does a great job playing the role of the president. I think we oughtta have a president like "Andrew Shepherd."" (8/23/98)

cus55@yahoo.com gives this movie **** stars: "What made this film so interesting is that it managed to concentrate on the troubles of politics and the effect a sexual relationship could have on the President's political regime without being too soppy. However, it was sweet, and highly enjoyable. The blend of humour was delivered well by the two stars." (7/3/98)

newsradiox@aol.com gives this film ***** stars: "This is one of the best movies I've ever seen. A great movie for the fans of romantic comedies." (1/24/98)

anonymous entry gives this film ***** stars. (1/20/98)

ccasti2@uic.edu gives this film **** stars: "I was assigned to view this movie for a project on my political science class and I tried looking up some more information about the movie, but did not find any. It was a very interesting film." (11/11/97)

Mary gives this film **** stars: "I found it to be very romantic and well put together! It was interesting how you can have troubles but love shines through in the end! I would suggest this movie to any romantic movie fan." (2/25/97)

pdwilson@webtv.net gives this movie **** stars: "This was a very enjoyable and entertaining movie. Michael Douglas seems to do drama better than comedy, but Annette Bening more than made up for it in this movie. Still, these two witty actors could have been used better - I would have liked to have seen more done with the repartee between them, as we saw between Douglas and Kathleen Turner in Romancing the Stone." (1/2/97)