The American President(1995)- User Reviews

Oh nausea ... but that's my impression as a mature
male. I suppose if I were a 12 to 14 year old girl, I might have found it "enthralling" ... Barf! The only reason I sat thru this was because of Douglas and Benning who are both quite talented, …more»

Very charming and wholesome movie. Very good casting of characters and the story flowed quite well. Michael Douglas' portrayal of a president was quite believable.more»

I tried to like this movie, but it was so far left I found myself debating against the movie. I am, ofcourse, a Republican and I am sick and tired of hollywood sticking liberal messages in movies and television. I don't even want them to put conservative …more»

Douglas is the best looking President I've seen on film. It was light hearted yet the female lead was a bit too harsh. It needed a softer female touch. Otherwise the film was fine. Douglas holds up well as President.more»

Typical hollyweird lunatic-fringe left-wing BS.
Don't waste your time on it. It stinks (unless of course you are a prepubecent, intellectually-challenged, idiot).more»

GREAT movie. Movie and plotline flows SO WELL. Witty quotes, BRILLANT acting. GREAT cast. This and "Sleepless In Seattle" are my 2 favorite Romantic Comedies of ALL-TIME. One of my Top 10 favorite movies. Watch whenever I get the chance. …more»

It's terrific fluff; definitely a precursor to The West Wing, but with less politics and more romance. Sorkin's script seems almost like an appetizer for his main dish later. Sure, the president is unbelievably decent and intelligent, but it's …more»

The American President is a good movie that looks at the personal life of the President of United States and how external affects can change the nation. Michael Douglas does a great job as a president.more»

While I found the idea of a single president intrguing, the idea that the commander in chief had to compromise his values to suit those of his love interest more than a little disconcerting. I hope this is never a true scenario as our leaders need to …more»

Ok, this is one of my favorite movies of all times. I own the movie and I watch it all the time. I not the one who likes romance in a movie but this one I love it. I think it is one of the best movies out there. If u like micheal duglas u would love …more»