# Dave (1993)

> A kindhearted temp worker becomes an accidental presidential double and discovers that decency can thrive inside a corrupt White House.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/6533

## Facts

- Runtime: 110 min
- Genres: Comedy
- Director: Ivan Reitman
- Cast: Kevin Kline, Sigourney Weaver, Frank Langella, Kevin Dunn, Ving Rhames, Ben Kingsley, Charles Grodin, Faith Prince
- TMDB rating: 6.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0106673/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, warm, sincere, lazy sunday, date night

## Synopsis

A charming temp agency operator unexpectedly finds himself in the highest office of the land, bringing a fresh perspective to politics.

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