The documentaryWar Gamefilms a simulation of a military coup after a disputed presidential election.
The 2024 electionended decisively in favor of Donald Trump, who will take office in January.
Retired Marine Lt. Col.Alexander Vindmanalso consulted on the scenario and appears in the film.
At Contenders, Vindman expressed concern to Deadlines Matthew Carey that reservists could be weaponized by future presidents.
I think what we realized is that there is a vulnerability with extermists within the ranks, Vindman added.
Gerber and Moss filmed the scenario on January 6, 2023, the two-year anniversary of the Capital riot.
Steve Bullock plays fictional President John Hotham.
Gerber hopes Bullocks portrayal of a president who considers reasonable options sets a positive example for future leaders.
Democracy is a process at the end of the day.
Its not just about results.
I think our film is a rallying cry for reasoned leadership.
The Insurrection Act becomes a focal point of Hothams response.
Goldbeck said exploring the Insurrection Act makesWar Gamerelevant to any future administration.
The generals wanted Moss and Gerber to investigate extremism in the military.
The filmmakers agreed that the war game provided a way to discuss fraught political issues.
Were a little traumatized by our political discourse, Moss said.
Its playful in form.
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