The Last Party

The Last Party is a documentary that came out in 1993 and follows Robert Downey Jr. as he goes to various conventions, protests, etc (specifically the 1992, Democratic National Convention). This was a particularly interesting film to see from my own perspective. When this film was shot, I was only four years old (and was not particularly politically active even for a four year old). It was really interesting to look back, knowing everything that has happened since. It was also particularly interesting to see given today's political and economic climate.

One of the things that make this film particularly successful is Robert's performance. He made it at a time when he was first becoming involved in politics. He was at a time in his life that is similar to the point that I am at now. In addition to a political commentary, he brings his usual sense of humor to the proceedings. The film is really a fusion of a political and a personal documentary.

The documentary also includes interesting cameos from Bill Clinton, Spike Lee, Oliver Stone, Sean Penn, Peter Jennings, William Baldwin, Richard Lewis, Christian Slater, G. Gordon Liddy, and Jerry Falwell.

This documentary is definitely a must-see (especially now)! I would definitely recommend it.