Running With Beto

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Running With Beto

Released May 24, 2019

1h 32m

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Filmmaker David Modigliani's behind-the-scenes look at Beto O'Rourke's breakaway campaign that was designed to unseat Ted Cruz in the U.S. Senate.

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Candid and compelling, Running with Beto is an illuminating exploration of an up-and-coming politician and the changing political landscape around him.

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Angie Han

Mashable

Naturally, O'Rourke is the star at the center of this movie, and he comes across well enough. Maybe a little too well: Even a handful of less flattering moments can't stop Running with Beto from feeling, at times, like a feature-length campaign promo.

Dec 6, 2019

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Hank Stuever

Washington Post

Oddly,... "Running With Beto" is most compelling when O'Rourke isn't in it.

May 30, 2019

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Dream McClinton

Guardian

The most interesting voice is that of O'Rourke's 11-year-old son, Ulysses. Astute and intelligent, his point of view is the freshest and one of the most honest and it's from his perspective that the audience understands the true sacrifice of the race.

Rated: 3/5

May 29, 2019

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CJ Sheu

Critics at Large

In fact, it's in the crafting of the film's antagonist, Ted Cruz, that artistic intent can be felt.

Jun 30, 2020

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Kyle Smith

National Review

The director of the film is otherwise so unable to generate any heat from his room-temperature candidate that he hands over scenes to fans and volunteers, some of whom are much more colorful.

May 30, 2019

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Roger Catlin

rogercatlin.com

His enthusiasm is infectious, even as his family gets wary of his relentless campaigning.

May 28, 2019

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Audience Member

Whether you like Beto or not, this documentary still offers a fascinating look into grassroots movements and the endless amount of public appearances up-and-coming politicians make while sacrificing personal relationships.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/15/23

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Audience Member

Excellent documentary. So inspirational.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/13/23

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Audience Member

Very compelling, at times very moving, and always very entertaining!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/25/23

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Audience Member

Totally amazing story of a hard working young man trying to serve out country.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/18/23

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Audience Member

I saw this movie on HBO live. It's a fascinating look into a difficult political campaign, with the ups and downs of real life. Beto O'Rourke and his family go through all the stress of traveling to meet people throughout Texas for over a year. The filmmakers were smart to include volunteer stories and not just the politicians. Shannon was one of my favorites and I felt for her when the campaign came up short at the end. I did not follow this political campaign at the time but I feel like I did having watched this documentary. I have to say I normally love HBO documentaries and this one is one of the best recent ones. Reminds me of the Macron film on Netflix.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/21/23

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Audience Member

Go Cruz!!! Why’d did the loser get a movie. Mexicans for Cruz!!! Not this fake Mexican.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

05/29/19

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Synopsis

Filmmaker David Modigliani's behind-the-scenes look at Beto O'Rourke's breakaway campaign that was designed to unseat Ted Cruz in the U.S. Senate.

Director: David Modigliani
Producer: Rachel Ecklund, Rebecca Feferman, Greg Kwedar, David Modigliani, Michelle Modigliani, Nancy Schafer
Distributor: HBO Documentary Films
Production Co: Live Action Projects, Crooked Media
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): May 24, 2019, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Nov 14, 2019
Runtime: 1h 32m