“Absolute Power” is a 1997 movie filled with action and crime. The film showcases performances from Clint Eastwood as Luther Whitney, who is a veteran thief and witnesses a serious crime involving U.S. President Alan Richmond, played by Gene Hackman. As you explore more, you will get to know fun facts related to the movie, including behind the scenes information.
Where it Filmed?
This movie was filmed in several locations across the USA. Elk Neck State Park, situated at 4395 Turkey Point Road, North East, Maryland, was one of the places selected for filming. Filming also took place at Watergate Hotel, located at 2650 Virginia Avenue NW, Washington, District of Columbia. Next, we had Corcoran Gallery of Art at 500 N. 17th Street, Washington, and Maryvale Preparatory School at 11300 Falls Road, Brooklandville, Maryland. Towson in Maryland was another site where recording was done. The filming period was from June 3, 1996, to August 14, 1996.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Clint Eastwood | Luther Whitney |
| Gene Hackman | President Richmond |
| Ed Harris | Seth Frank |
| Laura Linney | Kate Whitney |
| Scott Glenn | Bill Burton |
| Dennis Haysbert | Tim Collin |
| Judy Davis | Gloria Russell |
| E.G. Marshall | Walter Sullivan |
| Melora Hardin | Christy Sullivan |
| Richard Jenkins | Michael McCarty |
| Mark Margolis | Red Brandsford |
| Elaine Kagan | Valerie |
| Alison Eastwood | Art Student |
| Yau-Gene Chan | Waiter |
| George Orrison | Airport Bartender |
| Charles McDaniel | Medical Examiner |
| John Lyle Campbell | Repairman |
| Kimber Eastwood | White House Tour Guide |
| Eric Dahlquist Jr. | Oval Office Agent |
| Jack Stewart Taylor | Watergate Doorman |
| Joy Ehrlich | Reporter |
| Robert Harvey | Cop |
Trivia and Facts
- “Absolute Power” is a two hour, one minute movie categorised as action and crime.
- It was released in Canada on 14th Feb, 1997.
- The movie was directed by Clint Eastwood, while the story was written by David Baldacci and William Goldman.
- The main actors in the film were Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman and Ed Harris.
- The film was nominated for an award and has a mix of reviews — 207 from the general audience and 74 from critics.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Elk Neck State Park – 4395 Turkey Point Road, North East, Maryland, USA
- Latitude: 39.4848171
- Longitude: -75.98480339999999
- Place ID: ChIJKfnD4cK9x4kRHA-LRHfOQYs
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Elk Neck State Park, 4395 Turkey Point Rd, North East, MD 21901, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Watergate Hotel – 2650 Virginia Avenue NW, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
- Latitude: 38.8994851
- Longitude: -77.0556711
- Place ID: ChIJbTuat7K3t4kRUJdMXLSNdMc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 2650 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Corcoran Gallery of Art – 500 N. 17th Street, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
- Latitude: 38.89593929999999
- Longitude: -77.04009350000001
- Place ID: ChIJu4f6-Tm2t4kRvcI1p1lDdww
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 500 17th St NW, Washington, DC 20006, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
