The Great Political Films: Mr Smith Goes to Washington
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Cynicism and Innocence in 'Mr. Smith Goes to Washington'
This chapter explores the complex interplay of political innocence and cynicism in 'Mr. Smith Goes to Washington' through the character of Jefferson Smith. It contrasts Smith's idealism with the corrupt political landscape he encounters, highlighting the challenges faced by an outsider within a flawed system.
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