Fans Discover Lost Clint Eastwood Gem Now Streaming On HBO Max: “Top notch acting all around”
Sharai Bohannon
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This 1997 Clint Eastwood political thriller is now streaming on Max (formerly HBOMax). Fans of Eastwood are enjoying their time revisiting this slept-on movie. Absolute Power should be on your radar if you somehow missed it. Here’s everything we know about this title.
Rotten Tomatoes Synopsis
“While robbing the home of aging billionaire Walter Sullivan (E.G. Marshall), Luther Whitney (Clint Eastwood) is interrupted by an amorous couple entering the building. As Whitney hides, he sees Sullivan’s young wife, Christy (Melora Hardin), and the U.S. President, Alan Richmond (Gene Hackman). When their affection turns violent, Christy is killed by the Secret Service. Although Whitney flees, he is framed for the murder. Now, he seeks justice with the help of detective Seth Frank (Ed Harris).”
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Absolute Power was directed by Clint Eastwood. It was adapted for the screen by William Goldman. It is based on the David Baldacci novel of the same name. The movie features Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman, Ed Harris, Laura Linney, Judy Davis, Scott Glenn, Dennis Haysbert, and Richard Jenkins.
Many people are obviously in awe of the acting in this movie. For some cinephiles, it is their first Eastwood movie.
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If you need to revisit Absolute Power or add it to your watch list for other reasons, then catch it while it is steaming on Max. Check out the trailer below to get a feel for how thrilling this title is.
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Let us know if Absolute Power is one of your favorite Clint Eastwood thrillers at @DreadCentral. Also, let us know if you’re planning to catch it while it’s available on Max.
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