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Obama Documentaries

HYPE: The Obama Effect

— July 28, 2008 — Pop Culture
HYPE: The Obama Effect movie trailer is generating buzz for the feature length Barack Obama documentary by Citizens United Productions.

The trailer was added last week and has already had over 100,000 views. Last month, a 30 second teaser for The Obama Effect aired, and now it's increased to a longer 4:35 version.

The footage begins with a clip from The Ellen DeGeneres Show on which Obama guest starred. The two of them start dancing as the audience cheers, obviously meant to highlight how "hip" the new president could be.

Excerpts from Obama's speeches are played, montaged with impressions left on the media. From political leaders, to social commentators and media experts, the documentary covers many bases. Larry King called him a "political phenomenon."

The video talks about the controversy, the fandemonium, and all the global "hype", both good and bad, surrounding senator Obama.

The fact that the documentary includes both critics and supporters makes it look like it could be a well-balanced film .

The DVD will be available September 1st for $23.95.
Trend Themes
1. Political Documentaries - There is a trend towards documentaries that cover the lives of political figures, providing an opportunity for production companies to create engaging content that appeals to audiences interested in politics.
2. Celebrity Politics - There is a trend towards documentaries that highlight the rise of celebrities in politics, creating an opportunity for filmmakers to explore the intersection of entertainment and politics.
3. Controversial Documentaries - There is a trend towards documentaries that explore controversial figures or topics, sparking discussions and debates among audiences and creating an opportunity for filmmakers to have an impact on important societal issues.
Industry Implications
1. Entertainment/media - Entertainment companies and media outlets can seize the opportunity to create and distribute political documentaries to appeal to viewers seeking informative and thought-provoking content.
2. Politics/policy - Politicians and policy makers can leverage the trend towards political documentaries to communicate their messages and connect with voters, while also shaping public opinion on key issues.
3. Education/nonprofits - Educators and nonprofits can use political documentaries to facilitate discussion and education on important issues, offering a valuable resource for students and community members alike.
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