Absolute Power ( film 1997 Clint Eastwood gene hackman Ed harris laura linney ) - In 500 words

absolute power directed by Clint Eastwood and based on the novel by David balaxi is a gripping political thriller that weaves a tale of corruption power and morality the film features an ensemble cast led by Eastwood himself alongside Jee Hackman Ed Harris Laura Linny and Scott Glenn The Story begins with Luther Whitney Clint Eastwood a master jewel thief executing a high state akes heist in a lavish Mansion Luther who is meticulous and professional is almost done with the job when he hears people entering the room he hides in a concealed closet with one-way glass witnessing an unexpected and horrifying scene the occupants are alen Richmond Jean Hackman the president of the United States and Christine Sullivan the wife of a wealthy businessman their romantic encounter turns violent when Richmond in a drunken rage assaults Christine she fights back and in the struggle Secret Service agents Bill Burton Scott Glenn and Tim Collin Dennis haybert burst in and kill her to protect the president Luther unseen and horrified realizes he has stumbled Upon A Deadly conspiracy he barely escapes the mansion with his life and the knowledge that the president of the United States is involved in murder he takes a souvenir from the scene Christine's blooded letter opener a potential key piece of evidence the the President's chief of staff Gloria Russell Judy Davis quickly orchestrates a coverup framing the murder as a botched robbery meanwhile detective Seth Frank Ed Harris is assigned to investigate the case Luther becomes the prime suspect due to his criminal background but Frank senses there is more to the story Luther reaches out to his estranged daughter Kate Laura Linny a prosecuting attorney seeking her help without revealing too much their relationship is strained due to Luther's criminal past but he is determined to protect her from the danger he now faces as Luther evades both the police and the president's ruthless security detail he meticulously pieces together the evidence needed to expose the truth the tension escalates when the President's Men close in on him and Luther's cunning and resourcefulness are put to the test in a climactic confrontation Luther devises a plan to reveal the president's guilt he arranges a meeting with detective Frank and sets a trap for the Secret Service agents using his skills as a thief Luther Maneuvers through a dangerous game of cat and mouse leading to a showdown that tests his wits and courage the film concludes with Luther successfully exposing the president's crimes he manages to provide Frank with the evidence needed to bring Richmond to Justice using Christine's letter opener as the key piece the story ends with Luther and Kate reconciling having navigated ated through the Peril together absolute power is a taught Thriller that explores the abuse of power and the moral complexities of its characters Clint Eastwood's Direction and performance anchor the film while The Supporting Cast delivers compelling portrayals that drive the narrative forward the film underscores the theme that no one is truly Untouchable and that Justice though often elusive can Prevail through determination and courage there are thousands of great videos like this on the Channel please please take a look please share and subscribe or visit the bons swiit channel on eBay which has over a quarter of a million rare and collectible items listed