Total Control (2019)

In the unforgiving arena of Australian politics, a charismatic and enigmatic Indigenous woman, Alex Irving, finds herself catapulted into the national spotlight following a disturbing incident. Caught within the crosshairs of a viral video and a national controversy, she becomes an unexpected beacon for the embattled Prime Minister, Rachel Anderson. In a desperate bid to curry public favor and salvage her party's reputation, Anderson strategically handpicks Irving for a pivotal role in the Senate. However, Alex Irving, played by the compelling Deborah Mailman, is no mere pawn in this high-stakes game of power. She harbors a burning desire to effect genuine change and challenge the systemic injustices that scourge her people. But when Prime Minister Anderson's cynical machinations reveal a betrayal that strikes at the heart of Irving's ambitions, she resolves to fight back. In this thought-provoking drama crafted by Rachel Perkins, Irving's quest for retribution promises to send shockwaves through the political establishment, igniting a potent narrative about the complexities of political change. As the plot unfolds, viewers are drawn into an intricate dance of power and revenge, where the line between hero and villain blurs, and the struggle for Total Control takes center stage.

Total Control is a drama show featuring Rachel Griffiths and created by Miranda Dear.

Total Control is currently streaming on AMC+, AMC+ Amazon Channel and Sundance Now.

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