Gabriel Over The White House

Year: 1933

Grade: A

Country: USA

Director: La Cava

Review

excellent film about a president, played by the immutable walter huston, who is a classic pork-barrel party politician. after a reckless driving accident, though, he changes to an FDR-like character. the title derives from the angel gabriel who is, among other things, the angel of revelation. huston does a brilliant job with both sides of his character. the script and direction are also excellent and, rather than being cliché, ring true and are emotionally resonant. this is a great film and is a great example of how to make an inspiring and heartfelt film without making the audience roll their eyes.