The Butler is a 2013 American historical drama film directed and produced by Lee Daniels and written by Danny Strong. Loosely based on the real life of Eugene Allen, the film stars Forest Whitaker as Cecil Gaines, an African-American who eyewitnesses notable political and social events of the 20th century during his 34-year tenure serving as a White House butler. In addition to Whitaker, the film’s all-star cast also features Oprah Winfrey, John Cusack, Jane Fonda, Cuba Gooding, and many others.
In English, with English subtitles, 132 mins.
