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A Perfect Candidate
In the Voting Booth, No One Can Hear You Scream
Released
105 min
7.3/10 Votes: 289
The filmmakers follow Oliver North's unsuccessful 1994 bid for a Virginia Senate seat, focusing on North's campaign strategist, Mark Goodin, and a Washington Post reporter. Mudslinging ensues.
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