Today is The Ides of March
Synopsis
The Ides of March is a political drama. Stephen Meyers (played by Ryan Gosling), is a brilliant but idealistic press secretary working for Governor Mike Morris (played by George Clooney), who is mounting a presidential campaign. As the Ohio Democratic primary approaches, Meyers becomes entangled in a web of political intrigue, manipulation, and moral compromise. Caught between loyalty to his candidate and the ruthless realities of politics, Meyers navigates a treacherous landscape where ambition and betrayal threaten to derail his career and ideals. Directed by George Clooney, the film offers a gripping portrayal of the dark underbelly of American politics and the personal toll it takes on those involved.
Why Today?
On the Ides of March, 44BC, Julius Caesar was assassinated. Per historical accounts, he was warned by a soothsayer to be on guard through the middle of the month. Shakespeare later dramatized this to the infamous "Beware the Ides of March" warning in the play Julius Caesar.
The film The Ides of March is more allegorical than directly related to this date, but ties in with the themes of figurative backstabbing, treachery, and moral complexities of politics.