Bad Senator

Bad Senator (2023)

"Where even bad is ashamed"

A dramedy that tells the story of a narcissistic retired Senator who nears the end stage of his life and realizes he has nothing of value to show for it as he has lost the love of his life and the respect and admiration of his only child.

Date of release
2023-11-17
Runtime
2h 12m
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Director
Chad W Richardson

Casting

Interesting facts

Bad Senator is a 2023 American dramedy film written and directed by Chad W. Richardson in his directorial debut. The film stars Bob Gallagher as a narcissistic retired U.S. senator facing the twilight of his life, alongside Rob Moore, Vanessa Neff, and Kaylee Amante. It explores regret, redemption, and familial estrangement, blending dark humor with poignant drama.

Production

Richardson conceived the film as a character study of a flawed public figure. Inspired by real-life political scandals and his experiences as a 25-year veteran of the Metro Detroit Police Department, he served in roles ranging from patrol to SWAT to homicide detective. The screenplay was written over multiple years while Richardson worked in the film industry after retiring.

Bob Gallagher, a Boston-based actor with a growing reputation in indie films, was cast as Sutton after an extensive audition involving over 2,000 submissions. Richardson praised Gallagher's ability to balance comedy and pathos, noting his improvisational skills as key to shaping the role.

Bad Senator was filmed in during November 2022 at various locations in Marion County, Florida, with two notable sites being the Orange Blossom Opry in Weirsdale and the Del Webb Spruce Creek retirement community in Summerfield. The Orange Blossom Opry, a local music venue, features prominently in the film, showcasing its cultural significance to the area.

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