A good film with excellent dialogue and very good acting. About the nomination of the first US woman Vice President and its aftermath. Political mudslinging and groping at whatever one can. Joan Allen as the nominee ( was nominated as best actress ) did an excellent job I thought. Very strong character. Good portrayel.

However, Jeff Bridges as the conniving President steals the show. Often playing a confused or lost man, this time he is anything but that.

Gary Oldman is also very good as the the opponent, a true politician, who will go to any lengths to bring someone down.