description Primary Colors Overview
Primary Colors is a 1998 drama directed by Mike Nichols, adapted from Joe Klein’s novel about the 1992 Bill Clinton presidential campaign. The film features an ensemble cast including John Travolta and Emma Thompson, reflecting events surrounding a political race. It was based on a roman à clef previously published anonymously by Klein, who had covered Clinton's campaign for Newsweek.
Sources: en.wikipedia.org
info Primary Colors Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1998 |
help Primary Colors FAQ
Is Primary Colors actually about Bill Clinton?
Governor Jack Stanton is fictional, but the character and his 1992 presidential campaign closely mirror Bill Clinton's rise to national office. The film adapts Joe Klein's novel Primary Colors, which was originally published anonymously.
Who is Henry Burton in Primary Colors?
Henry Burton, played by Adrian Lester, is the idealistic political operative through whose eyes the Stanton campaign is presented. He is drawn to Jack Stanton's political talent but becomes increasingly troubled by the campaign's ethical compromises.
Who plays Jack and Susan Stanton?
John Travolta plays Governor Jack Stanton, while Emma Thompson plays his politically formidable wife, Susan. The 1998 film was directed by Mike Nichols from a screenplay by Elaine May.
Why was the author of the Primary Colors novel anonymous?
The novel appeared in 1996 under the byline Anonymous, prompting extensive speculation about the writer's access to presidential politics. Journalist Joe Klein later acknowledged that he wrote it after evidence connected him to the manuscript.
explore Explore More
Similar to Primary Colors
See all arrow_forward
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
