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Crime Films that Comment on Political Corruption

Description: This quiz focuses on crime films that explore and comment on political corruption. Test your knowledge about these thought-provoking films and their portrayal of the intersection between crime and politics.
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Which crime film delves into the corrupt relationship between politicians and the mafia, featuring a detective investigating a series of murders connected to political power?

  1. The Godfather

  2. Chinatown

  3. Serpico

  4. The Untouchables


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Chinatown is a classic crime film that explores the political corruption and collusion between politicians and the mafia in Los Angeles during the 1930s.

In the film 'The Godfather Part II', what is the name of the character who becomes the new head of the Corleone family and attempts to legitimize their criminal empire?

  1. Michael Corleone

  2. Vito Corleone

  3. Tom Hagen

  4. Sonny Corleone


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Michael Corleone, played by Al Pacino, takes over the Corleone family after the death of his father, Vito Corleone, and tries to move the family into legitimate businesses.

Which crime film follows the story of a police officer who uncovers a vast political conspiracy involving corruption and murder, leading to a high-stakes investigation?

  1. The Departed

  2. The Dark Knight

  3. The Silence of the Lambs

  4. Mystic River


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Departed is a crime thriller that explores the corruption within the Boston Police Department and the Irish mob, as a young police officer infiltrates the mob while a mole within the police force works for the mob.

In the film 'All the President's Men', what is the name of the newspaper that publishes the Watergate scandal, leading to the downfall of President Nixon?

  1. The New York Times

  2. The Washington Post

  3. The Boston Globe

  4. The Los Angeles Times


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Washington Post, led by editor Ben Bradlee and reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, published a series of articles that exposed the Watergate scandal and led to the resignation of President Nixon.

Which crime film centers around a group of bank robbers who target corrupt politicians and donate the stolen money to the poor, becoming known as 'Robin Hood'-like figures?

  1. Bonnie and Clyde

  2. The Town

  3. Heat

  4. The Italian Job


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Town is a crime drama that follows a group of bank robbers in Boston who target corrupt politicians and donate the stolen money to the less fortunate, gaining sympathy from the public.

In the film 'Zero Dark Thirty', what is the name of the CIA agent who leads the hunt for Osama bin Laden, facing challenges and moral dilemmas along the way?

  1. Maya Harris

  2. Jessica Chastain

  3. Kathryn Bigelow

  4. Jennifer Lawrence


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maya Harris, played by Jessica Chastain, is the CIA agent who leads the operation to track down and kill Osama bin Laden, facing moral and ethical dilemmas during the mission.

Which crime film explores the corruption and power struggles within a political dynasty in India, as a young politician challenges the status quo and faces deadly consequences?

  1. Sarkar

  2. Gangs of Wasseypur

  3. The Dirty Picture

  4. Dabangg


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sarkar is a political crime drama that follows the story of Subhash Nagre, a young politician who challenges the corrupt political dynasty led by his father, leading to a power struggle and deadly consequences.

In the film 'The Wire', what is the name of the police unit tasked with investigating and dismantling drug trafficking organizations in Baltimore, Maryland?

  1. Major Crimes Unit

  2. Special Investigations Unit

  3. Major Case Unit

  4. Drug Enforcement Unit


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Major Case Unit, led by Detective Jimmy McNulty, is responsible for investigating and dismantling drug trafficking organizations in Baltimore, uncovering corruption and systemic issues within the city.

Which crime film centers around a group of corrupt police officers who rob banks and engage in criminal activities, leading to a high-stakes investigation by an honest detective?

  1. Training Day

  2. The Usual Suspects

  3. The Shield

  4. The Departed


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Shield is a crime drama that follows the story of Vic Mackey, a corrupt police officer who leads a team of detectives involved in criminal activities, while an honest detective investigates their actions.

In the film 'The Insider', what is the name of the tobacco industry whistleblower who exposes the harmful effects of cigarettes, leading to a legal battle against powerful corporations?

  1. Jeffrey Wigand

  2. Louis J. Freeh

  3. Kenneth Starr

  4. Richard Scruggs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jeffrey Wigand, played by Russell Crowe, is the tobacco industry whistleblower who exposes the harmful effects of cigarettes, leading to a legal battle against powerful tobacco corporations.

Which crime film follows the story of a group of corrupt politicians and businessmen who manipulate the stock market for personal gain, leading to a financial crisis and investigation by a determined prosecutor?

  1. Margin Call

  2. The Wolf of Wall Street

  3. The Big Short

  4. Boiler Room


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Big Short is a financial crime drama that follows the story of a group of investors who predict the collapse of the housing market and profit from it, exposing the corruption and greed within the financial system.

In the film 'Syriana', what is the name of the CIA agent who uncovers a conspiracy involving oil companies, corrupt politicians, and terrorists, leading to a dangerous investigation?

  1. Bob Barnes

  2. Bryan Woodman

  3. Dean Whiting

  4. Bennett Holiday


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bob Barnes, played by George Clooney, is the CIA agent who uncovers a conspiracy involving oil companies, corrupt politicians, and terrorists, leading to a dangerous investigation and moral dilemmas.

Which crime film centers around a group of corrupt police officers who plant evidence and frame innocent people, leading to a high-stakes investigation by an honest detective?

  1. Training Day

  2. The Usual Suspects

  3. The Shield

  4. The Departed


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Training Day is a crime drama that follows the story of a rookie police officer who is assigned to work with a corrupt detective, leading to a dangerous and morally challenging experience.

In the film 'The Ides of March', what is the name of the idealistic campaign manager who uncovers corruption and manipulation within a presidential campaign, leading to a moral crisis?

  1. Stephen Meyers

  2. Paul Zara

  3. Tom Duffy

  4. Molly Stearns


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Stephen Meyers, played by Ryan Gosling, is the idealistic campaign manager who uncovers corruption and manipulation within a presidential campaign, leading to a moral crisis and difficult choices.

Which crime film follows the story of a corrupt politician who uses his power to manipulate the justice system and cover up his crimes, leading to a high-stakes investigation by a determined prosecutor?

  1. The Godfather

  2. Chinatown

  3. Serpico

  4. The Untouchables


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Serpico is a crime drama that follows the story of Frank Serpico, a New York City police officer who exposes corruption within the police department, leading to a dangerous investigation and moral dilemmas.

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