The Big Brass Ring
In pursuit of power, the only thing worse than denying the truth - is telling it.
1999 · 1h 44m · R
Drama, Thriller
Directed by
George Hickenlooper
Overview
Blake Pellarin is on the campaign trail to become president of the United States. While making a stop in St. Louis, a chance encounter brings his past back to haunt him.
Director and cast
- George Hickenlooper Director
- William Hurt as William Blake Pellarin
- Nigel Hawthorne as Kim Mennaker
- Miranda Richardson as Dinah Pellarin
- Irène Jacob as Cela Brandini
- Ewan Stewart as Kinzel
- Gregg Henry as Billy
- Ron Livingston as Sheldon Buckle
- Jefferson Mays as Garne Strickland
- Jim Metzler as Pacxy Barragan
- Carmine Giovinazzo as Young Billy
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