About "18 1/2"

"18 1/2" is an unreleased film that tells the story of a female filmmaker and her documentary editor boyfriend who find the long-rumoured lost, dirty joke reel from Nixon's Watergate tapes days before the 2016 Presidential Election. The film is a political satire set in the Nixon era, focusing on both the political and personal implications of uncovering the story behind the Watergate scandal. The title "18 1/2" refers to the infamous 18-and-a-half minute gap in Nixon's Watergate tapes.

Making / Production

The film is directed by Dan Mirvish and co-written by Mirvish and Daniel Moya. The movie captures the tumultuous times of the Nixon era framing the current political scenario in the US. The film's narrative is a blend of fact and fiction, unraveling an interesting take on the Watergate scandal.

Actors

• Willa Fitzgerald: Fitzgerald plays Donna, a filmmaker caught in the web of her boyfriend and Watergate's shadowy conspiracy. Her portrayal of Donna is gripping and authentic.
• John Magaro: He plays Ralph, the documentary editor who finds the missing Watergate tape. His nuanced performance adds depth to the film's central character. While his character may be a bit flawed, its complexity portrays a captivating characterization of a man caught up in political turmoil.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "18 1/2" is named after the infamous 18-and-a-half-minute gap in President Nixon's Watergate scandal tapes.
• The film is set to be released in 2021 but as of now, an exact release date isn't known.
• The screenplay of "18 1/2" is co-written by Daniel Moya and Dan Mirvish, the latter of which is also the director of the film.

Awards

As the film is yet to be released, it hasn't won any awards till now.

Quotes

• As the movie is not yet available for the public, any notable dialogues or quotes are not known to the review community.

Music and Soundtrack

• As the film is in the pre-release stage, details about the soundtrack of the movie are not available. However, given the movie's gritty storyline and high-stakes drama, the music is expected to reflect the tension and thrill inherent in the narrative.