Film Review – Maximum Truth

“Maximum Truth” is a faux documentary about the political machine, with emphasis on the character assassination aspects of the system. Mockumentaries are seldom found on the big screen, with television largely the domain these days when it comes to this comedic approach, but co-writers Ike Barinholtz (who also stars in the movie) and David Stassen (who directs) try to go the long-form route with their satire. It’s not exactly “Bob Roberts,” but the creative team gets enough laughs out of the premise, which follows the misadventures of a political consultant trying to tarnish the reputation of a congressional candidate, almost physically unable to find success during his mission. Barinholtz brings his customary energy to the lead role, and he’s paired with Dylan O’Brien, who’s trying to change things up career-wise with a silly performance, adding something to a feature that really doesn’t have anything besides a few broad targets and a loose appreciation for personal corruption. But “Maximum Truth” has humor, suited for viewers with low expectations for goofiness. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com