UNITED STATES · 1969

Putney Swope

Robert Downey Sr
New Hollywood corporate satire racial politics advertising industry power dynamics social commentary
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Synopsis

Swope—the only black man on the executive board of an advertising firm—is accidentally put in charge after the death of the chairman.

Year1969
CountryUnited States
DirectorRobert Downey Sr
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