Charlie Wilson’s War (2007) – Theatrical Trailer – © Universal Pictures

Film: Charlie Wilson’s War. Starring: Tom Hanks as Representative Charlie Wilson, Julia Roberts as Joanne Herring, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Amy Adams, Ned Beatty and Om Puri. Directed by: Mike Nichols. Story written by: George Crile “Charlie Wilson’s War” (book) Screenplay & Dialogues written by: Aaron Sorkin. Distributed by: © Universal Pictures & Playtone. Theatrical Release Date: December 21, 2007 (USA) Niceties by: www.youtube.com Synopsis! “Charlie Wilson’s War” is a 2007 biographical drama film based on the true story of Democratic Texas Congressman Charlie Wilson, who conspired with “bare knuckle attitude” CIA operative Gust Avrakotos to launch Operation Cyclone, which initiated and organized the Afghan Mujahideen in their resistance to the Soviet occupation of Afghanistan. The film is adapted from George Crile’s 2003 book Charlie Wilson’s War: The Extraordinary Story of the Largest Covert Operation in History. It is directed by Mike Nichols, written by Aaron Sorkin, and stars Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Amy Adams, and Ned Beatty. It was nominated for five Golden Globe Awards, including “Best Motion Picture”, but did not win in any category. Philip Seymour Hoffman was nominated for an Academy Award for “Best Supporting Actor”. Plot! The film shows Wilson having a very gregarious social life of women and partying, including having his congressional office staffed with young, attractive women. The film also shows how the partying causes a federal …
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