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Grassroots

R1h 38m2012Stephen Gyllenhaal
IMDb: 5.3/10Rotten: 52%Metacritic: 41/100
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"Democracy with a Smile"

Grant Cogswell, a liberal music critic decides to run for city council against a popular black incumbent and is assisted by a reporter who recently lost his job. Initially given no chance, things turn dark when Cogswell makes it into the general election. Based on a true story.

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What is Grassroots (2012) about?

Grant Cogswell, a liberal music critic decides to run for city council against a popular black incumbent and is assisted by a reporter who recently lost his job. Initially given no chance, things turn dark when Cogswell makes it into the general election. Based on a true story.

Who stars in Grassroots?

Grassroots stars Jason Biggs (Phil Campbell), Joel David Moore (Grant Cogswell), Lauren Ambrose (Emily Bowen), Cobie Smulders (Clair), Tom Arnold (Tommy). The film was directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal.

How long is Grassroots?

Grassroots has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2012. It is rated R.

Is Grassroots worth watching?

Grassroots holds an IMDb rating of 5.3/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 52. Fans of Comedy, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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