Our Brand Is Crisis

The 2015 American comedy-drama film directed by David Gordon Green is based on the 2005 documentary of the same name by Rachel Boynton and offers a fictionalized account of American political consultants' involvement in the 2002 Bolivian presidential election. The story centers on "Calamity" Jane Bodine (Sandra Bullock), a retired political strategist who is lured back into the fray to assist the unpopular Bolivian candidate Pedro Castillo (Joaquim de Almeida) in his bid for presidency. Jane's primary adversary is Pat Candy (Billy Bob Thornton), a seasoned consultant working for the opposition and her former colleague. Amidst political unrest and protests from the indigenous population demanding reforms, Jane employs aggressive campaign tactics, including fear-mongering and smear campaigns. Although Castillo wins the election, he reneges on his promises, leading to disillusionment among supporters like young volunteer Eduardo (Reynaldo Pacheco). Confronted with the repercussions of her strategies, Jane departs from the campaign and joins the demonstrators, seeking redemption. The film delves into themes of moral accountability, political manipulation, and the impact of foreign intervention on democratic processes.