President Barack Obama may get an election bump two days before Nov. 6. That's when the National Geographic Channel plans to premiere "Seal Team Six: The Raid on Osama bin Laden." The movie is the first full-length feature produced by the television network.
Why is the movie being released so close to the election?
The Atlantic Wire reports Harvey Weinstein, a well-known movie producer, has raised more than $500,000 to Obama's campaign. Originally, the plan was to release the movie in theaters in October. The National Geographic Channel, owned by conservative Rupert Murdoch, told the news media outlet it wasn't "considering the election," but instead focused on its fall programming.
What is the plot of the movie?
The movie follows the raid that killed bin Laden in early May 2011. It sets up the daring raid by noting how the CIA got word of the terrorist's whereabouts in Pakistan. The movie follows the team's preparation and raid on the compound in Abbottabad, Pakistan, which ultimately ended the life of public enemy number one.
Are there any well-known actors in the piece?
William Fichtner of "Prison Break," Eddie Kaye Thomas of "American Pie," Cam Gigandet of "Twilight" and rapper Xzibit all have roles, according to Yahoo! TV. The film has plenty of international intrigue and action. As something on television, the violence and expletives will be toned-down. Nicolas Chartier, producer of the Academy Award-winning military drama "The Hurt Locker," assisted with the production of "Seal Team Six."
Why wasn't the movie released in theaters?
Another movie about the raid is due out in December. Entitled "Zero Dark Thirty," Kathryn Bigelow's piece will follow the same basic plot as the current television release. Bigelow directed "The Hurt Locker," which won Best Picture accolades at the Oscars. National Geographic won the rights to air "Seal Team Six," according to The Hollywood Reporter.
How can this movie affect the outcome of the general election?
The death of bin Laden a "crowning achievement" of the Obama administration, as stated by The Hollywood Reporter. The Los Angeles Times stated in May 2011 that Obama's approval rating jumped nine points to 56 percent as a result of the death of the terrorist leader.
What other information is relevant regarding "Seal Team Six" and its air date?
The National Geographic Channel touts the movie as the first full-length feature chronicling the story of Seal Team Six. The movie arrives mere months after one of the team's members published a book on the mission.
William Browning is a research librarian specializing in U.S. politics.
Source: http://news.yahoo.com/osama-bin-laden-thriller-premieres-two-days-election-204800921.html
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