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201662 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Political Systems

Bushisms

201662 minPGdocumentary

5.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Ten notable verbal gaffes from George W. Bush are featured alongside video clips and musical interpretations in this 62-minute documentary.

“The accidental wit and wisdom of our 43rd President!”

Political Systems

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Elizabeth Reeder

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Ten notable verbal gaffes from George W. Bush are featured alongside video clips and musical interpretations in this 62-minute documentary.

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Elizabeth Reederdirector

Mark Addisoncast

Tony Alexandercast

Brian Unger

Brian Ungercast

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Brian Unger presents a humorous look at the verbal missteps of George W. Bush in Bushisms. The film features entries from the George W. Bush Dictionary and includes a Top Ten list of his most memorable gaffes. Actual video and audio clips illustrate these moments, while The George W. Bush Singers provide musical interpretations. Animated segments by Chris 'Sketchboy' Routly add visual interest. Commentary from political satirists Jacob Weisberg and Al Franken offers additional context and humor throughout the 62-minute runtime.

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