On this day March 3 1989 the historical drama Scandal premiered in theaters. Directed by Michael Caton Jones the film starred John Hurt Joanne Whalley Kilmer Ian McKellen and Bridget Fonda. The movie was based on the real life Profumo Affair a political scandal that rocked Britain in the early 1960s.
The story focused on the relationship between British Secretary of State for War John Profumo and showgirl Christine Keeler which led to one of the most infamous political controversies in British history. The scandal exposed corruption government cover ups and Cold War tensions while also highlighting the influence of the press in shaping public perception.
Scandal was made on a budget of three million dollars and grossed eight point eight million at the box office. The film was praised for its performances and historical accuracy capturing the intrigue and drama of the real events that unfolded decades earlier.
Fun fact: Bridget Fonda made her film debut in Scandal playing a small but memorable role that helped launch her career in Hollywood.
Trivia question: Ian McKellen who starred in Scandal later became famous for portraying a powerful character in a blockbuster film series. Can you name the role he played?
The story focused on the relationship between British Secretary of State for War John Profumo and showgirl Christine Keeler which led to one of the most infamous political controversies in British history. The scandal exposed corruption government cover ups and Cold War tensions while also highlighting the influence of the press in shaping public perception.
Scandal was made on a budget of three million dollars and grossed eight point eight million at the box office. The film was praised for its performances and historical accuracy capturing the intrigue and drama of the real events that unfolded decades earlier.
Fun fact: Bridget Fonda made her film debut in Scandal playing a small but memorable role that helped launch her career in Hollywood.
Trivia question: Ian McKellen who starred in Scandal later became famous for portraying a powerful character in a blockbuster film series. Can you name the role he played?
