# Being There (1979)

> A sheltered gardener becomes an accidental Washington oracle when powerful people mistake his television-bred simplicity for political wisdom.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/5418

## Facts

- Runtime: 130 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Hal Ashby
- Cast: Peter Sellers, Shirley MacLaine, Melvyn Douglas, Jack Warden, Richard Dysart, Richard Basehart, Ruth Attaway, David Clennon
- TMDB rating: 7.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0078841/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: deadpan, witty, gentle, quiet movie night, classic film evening

## Synopsis

A simple-minded gardener's unexpected journey leads him into the heart of political intrigue and influence.

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