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Under discussion:

Jimmy Carter Man From Plains  (2007)

I appreciated the glimpses behind the scenes of this enigmatic yet unassuming leader. I had no idea he had studied nuclear physics... I was struck by the power in his humility. The anecdotes regarding Sadat and Begin at Camp David were eye-opening.

(Also, cool title treatments for you typography geeks out there...)

Under discussion:

Smart People  (2008)

All the emotional and plot depth of an afterschool special, wrapped up in a tidy bow at the end. So what's up with the music video-like soundtrack throughout the film? Bright-shiny-object diversion for the lack of character development? The only redeeming aspect of the film is a funny performance by Thomas Haden Church.