ReaderKenka
Let's be realistic.
Sexyloutak
Absolutely the worst movie.
Gary
The movie's not perfect, but it sticks the landing of its message. It was engaging - thrilling at times - and I personally thought it was a great time.
jrinvest
I just finished watching this documentary ten minutes ago, after first hearing about it less than two hours before. It is absolutely RIVETING and deserves every one of the many awards it has won. I am amazed that Weiner allowed the filmmaker such total access to his campaign and inner circle during his Mayoral run.I must say that after watching this documentary, I have considerably more respect for the man now than I ever did before. That said, the documentary ends the day after Weiner's Dem primary loss in 2013. It would have been SOOO much better if it had included his THIRD sexting go-around (with a 15-year-old girl in 2016) that ended with criminal charges, to which he pled guilty and will have to register as a Sex Offender. Sentencing is tomorrow (expected to be 2-3 years in prison.) Perhaps there could be an addendum added to the film?
eddie_baggins
One of those cases where the cameras are there at the right place and at the right time, Weiner, a documentary that focuses its attention on disgraced US politician Anthony Weiner and his comeback to politics, that saw the talented yet flawed personality attempt to become Mayor of New York City only to have more dirt unleashed about his extra-curricular activities derail his goals yet again.What was initially set to be an underdog tail of redemption and trial against adversity in an age where the modern media can make or break politicians like no other era before it, Josh Kriegman and Elyse Steinberg's film becomes a truly cringe-worthy and hard to watch experience that you just can't help but be enthralled by as Weiner's stoic determination and passion for his craft sets him on a path of self-destruction as the whole world watches on and judges.You almost feel bad for being a part of this time in Weiner's life and it's hard to actually understand why Weiner would let the cameras continue to follow him on his quest for redemption as the increased scandal behind his love for sultry online communications dominates his every move but it's what makes Weiner such a fascinating figure as his layered personality that quite clearly craves attention and the spotlight makes for fascinating examination.Watching Weiner go toe to toe with general punters in the street or engage in verbal stoushes on the floor of parliament is exciting and mind blowing and the whole time as the man's life is derailed time and time again you can't help but wonder just what type of job the passionate fighter may've been able to do had he controlled his darker side and let the good win out and with the backing of his then wife Huma Abedin, it's quite likely that Weiner could've been one of the worlds most respected members of congress, not the world's most famous photo happy one.Final say – An insightful look into US politics, mayoral campaigns and the life and times of a complicated politician, Weiner is a must watch for any fan of American political life and those that love their documentaries gritty and on the fly. Weiner is edge of your seat viewing that is akin to being a part of a wild ride you want to hop off but can't as the destination will have you glued to your seat.4 bakery stoushes out of 5
Russ Hog
This is one of the best documentaries I have ever seen. It follows the real life story of Anthony Weiner as he runs for the Mayor of NYC after a national sexting scandal. Our hero - Mr. Weiner - is a tragic hero who sews the seeds of his own destruction while at the same time fights to save his family and his legacy. It seems to me that Anthony has a disease called sexual addiction - which does not mean that he is addicted sex more than it means he has an impulse that makes him take risky behavior. People with sexual addiction can get some help and fix the problem. But - it is a serious illness.The pain on his wife's face as she deals with these scandals is harrowing - and it does make me wonder how he could put her through this. Also - there is a young woman he sexted that goes out of her way to draw attention to herself in the film - and she seems very selfish. This movie is a masterful work of cinema that sheds insight into a mind of a self destructive brilliant human being.At the end - someone asks, "Why are you letting me film this?" Good question - and perhaps the answer is that this is a truly great story - and it needed to be told!
Emma Bridge
I'm not going to do a precis of the film, given others here already have.But: 1) I'm a picky so'n'so, and I think anything above 8/10 requires bribery or blackmail. Yet I barely hesitated on giving this full marks. 2) Most of the reviews are from men, who are bemused as to why Abedin stayed with Weiner for so long. As a woman, I'd suggest it's because ... 3) I've never seen charisma come over before on a screen. There's watchable in terms of actors, but that's different. This guy OOOZES charisma, to the point that it's leaking out of the screen. She didn't stay with him because she wanted to stay, she stayed because she struggled to leave.This review is being written on 9/11/16, i.e. the day of Trump's victory in the US election (he makes a brief, hugely hypocritical contribution in the first 10 mins). The BBC showed this over the weekend, which was just after the Clinton / FBI / Abedin / Weiner contribution to the e-mail issue. Either the Beeb got *very* lucky on scheduling, or they pulled a blinder on rescheduling.Trump has no self-awareness, cares nothing for his electorate, and struggles to stay away from women. Weiner's the opposite on the first two points, but identical on the third. Watch this film if you want to see the kind of human who should be allowed power, as opposed to the sociopath who's achieved it.
