Boogie Man: The Lee Atwater Story (2008)

"Boogie Man: The Lee Atwater Story" is a poignant documentary that chronicles the thrilling journey of Lee Atwater - a blues-loving maverick hailing from the South, whose political acumen catapulted him to the zenith of the GOP, earning him the status of a political rock star. His mentorship of George W. Bush and Karl Rove, coupled with his instrumental role in steering the Republican party to resounding victories, made him a game-changer in the way America chooses its Presidents. Through candid interviews with Atwater's Republican allies and friends, "Boogie Man" delves into his significant role in America's political tilt to the right, his deftness in making liberalism a taboo, and the audacious 1988 Willie Horton controversy that left Democrats reeling. Known as a ruthless political hitman, Atwater's audaciousness earned him the title of "the most evil man in America" from a Congresswoman. The film paints a lively picture of Atwater's dark sense of humor, his deep understanding of the American heartland, and his unyielding belief in politics as a battlefield. The narrative culminates in an introspective exploration of a cynic's quest for meaning as he faces his mortality. "Boogie Man: The Lee Atwater Story" is a gripping examination of a man who redefined the landscape of American politics.

Boogie Man: The Lee Atwater Story is a documentary movie directed by Stefan Forbes.

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