Norton and his directors began shooting footage prior to Obama's declaration of candidacy to become the Democratic Party's 2008 presidential nominee.
Speaking out on the motivation behind the film, Norton said the documentary's aim is not to glorify its subject, but rather to make a 'historical record, and not something to play a role in the election.' Something which he gave substance to by agreeing to keep the lid on the project until after the election had ended.
I think this could be a fascinating document of Obama's journey, but I bet Norton was happier than most when the final results came in, he's got the perfect ending to his documentary...
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- mattbrawn
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I like Ed Norton, and I like his style on this project. Can't wait to see it!
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Big fan of Ed Norton, can't wait to see this.
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something tells me the sequel won't be as good as the original.
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We don't talk about fight club.
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As my flatmate said to me this morning, "American History O?"
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Ed Norton, great actor and has played some fantastic roles. I look forward to seeing this movie too.
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That's such a great idea, to try and make a historical document without a political agenda. And Ed Norton would make an interesting documentary maker...
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Ed Norton is one of a kind.
This is the 25th Hour.
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- keithponder
- 1 year ago
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Looking forward to seeing this....Mr. Edward is edgy and open-minded with his acting and roles, so this documentary made under his watchful eyes should be captivating....
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I have a great respect for Mr. Norton he is a remarkable director and actor. I can wait to see the film. It will be great.
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- easternstar25
- 1 year ago
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can't wait to see this!
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- Found_Avenue
- 1 year ago
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I have a tremendous crush on Edward Norton. Nothing sexier than a smart and savvy documentary filmmaker... =)
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Edward Norton is one of my favorite actors....I have to see the movies he's in because he's just that good. The movie itself can be horrible, but he is almost always brilliant.
But if I were to list important people prior to them being President Obama wouldn't make the list. I don't see historical significance because I was browbeaten for 2 years about it. I still don't. He is no more important than any other President Elect and I refuse to think otherwise.
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Shut up and make movies!
Oh......that is what you're doing. Carry on.
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This is cool, Norton is one of my favourite actors, and he's right, a historical record is needed. Can't wait to see it!
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- dirtyemowords
- 1 year ago
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Wow, looks like he hit the jackpot here, catching Obama before we even heard about him.
It's also good to hear that Norton's aim is "not to glorify [Obama], but rather to make a 'historical record'" - pretty important for a good doc, I feel.
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Honestly I love the idea but I hope it is better executed than Norton's other documentaries. I recently watched his documentary on the environment (something about the death of phytoplankton causing 'dead spots' in the ocean) and it was an absolute mess. Fight Club 2 please!
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- Grooverider
- 1 year ago
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Edward Norton is the man!
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I LOVE Edward Norton <3
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Is it going to end with Where Is My Mind?
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- joshuaheller
- 1 year ago
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Edward is amazing. I'm sure this documentary will be big.
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- Cuddlebones
- 1 year ago
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I'm breaking rule #1 of fight club... and #2.
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- kevinthedude
- 1 year ago
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I can't wait to see it!
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wow. that sounds like potential to be a really great doc
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- diabolical44
- 1 year ago
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I really look forward to seeing this!
