Recount

I’m still watching “Recount” on HBO, and so far the portrayal of the Florida recount jives with what I remember. How’s about you? Spot anything that contradicts history?

Update: Howard Kurtz rattles on for about 15 paragraphs on how Recount was not historically accurate, but these are the only concrete examples he gives of inaccuracy:

  • A scene in a bar in which Ron Klain, played by Kevin Spacey, says “I’m not even sure I like Al Gore” never happened.
  • In the film there was only one Supreme Court hearing, when in fact there were two.
  • Warren Christopher is portrayed as a dolt; Christopher says he is not a dolt.
  • I suppose whether that last item is true or not is a matter of opinion. On the other hand, James Baker is so pleased with the film he is hosting a screening next week at his public policy institute in Houston.