The story of an idealist's rise to power in the world of Louisiana politics and the corruption that leads to his ultimate downfall. Based on the 1946 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel written by Robert Penn Warren, loosely based on the story of real-life politician Huey Long.
Released: Sep 10, 2006
Runtime: 125 minutes
Stars: Sean Penn, Jude Law, Anthony Hopkins, Kate Winslet, Mark Ruffalo, Patricia Clarkson
Crew: Robert Penn Warren (Novel), Steven Zaillian (Director), Wayne Wahrman (Editor), G. A. Aguilar (Stunt Coordinator), Steven Zaillian (Writer), Gary Baugh (Art Direction)