Election is a satirical comedy film directed by Alexander Payne. The movie takes place in a high school and follows the story of a high school teacher who becomes obsessed with stopping a student from winning the student body presidential election. Election satirizes the American electoral process, ambition, and the dark side of small-town politics. With its dark humor and sharp observations, the film offers a satirical look at the lengths people will go to achieve power and the absurdity of the political game.
