Thank You for Smoking
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Thank You for Smoking

Satirical comedy follows the machinations of Big Tobacco's chief spokesman, Nick Naylor, who spins on behalf of cigarettes while trying to remain a ro...le model for his 12-year old son. Show More

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Title: Thank You for Smoking (2005)

Summary: In Thank You for Smoking, Nick Naylor, the Vice-President of the Academy of Tobacco Studies, takes on the role of chief spokesperson and lobbyist for the cigarette industry. With his exceptional speaking skills and ability to twist arguments, Nick navigates through challenging situations to defend the tobacco industry.

The film revolves around Nick's friendships with Polly Bailey, who works in the alcohol business's Moderation Council, and Bobby Jay Bliss, who advises the gun industry's SAFETY group. Nick and his friends often gather at a bar, playfully calling themselves the Mod Squad or Merchants of Death, engaging in debates about which industry has caused more harm.

Senator Ortolan Finistirre of Vermont emerges as Nick's arch-nemesis, vehemently opposing the cigarette industry in the Senate. As the two clash, Nick must strategize and defend his stance against the mounting pressure from the senator and other anti-tobacco forces.

With its witty dialogue and satirical style, Thank You for Smoking humorously explores the world of lobbyists and spins the morality of the cigarette industry. Director Jason Reitman skillfully examines the art of persuasion, shedding light on the power of manipulation and the blurred lines between truth and deception.

This critically acclaimed film takes a thought-provoking approach to the controversial topic of smoking and lobbying, leaving viewers pondering the ethics and tactics employed in public relations battles. Thank You for Smoking is a must-watch for those who enjoy intelligent, dark comedies that examine contemporary issues.

Also Known As:

Thank You for Smoking

Release Date:

14 Apr 2006

Writers:

Jason Reitman, Christopher Buckley

Awards:

12 wins & 32 nominations

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