'' Vice'' is a 2018 American biographical

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film written and directed by Adam McKay. The film stars Christian Bale as

Dick Cheney Richard Bruce Cheney ( ; born January 30, 1941) is an American politician and businessman who served as the 46th vice president of the United States from 2001 to 2009 under President George W. Bush. He is currently the oldest living former U ...

, with Amy Adams, Steve Carell, Sam Rockwell, Tyler Perry, Alison Pill, and

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in supporting roles. The plot follows Cheney in his desire to become the most powerful Vice President in America's history. It is the second theatrical film to depict the presidency of George W. Bush, following

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's '' W.'' ''Vice'' was released in the United States on December 25, 2018, by Annapurna Pictures. Despite the polarized reception for the film itself, the performances, particularly of Bale and Adams, were given universal praise. The film received numerous awards. It was nominated for a leading six at the 76th Golden Globe Awards, including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy, with Bale winning for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy; and six at the 72nd British Academy Film Awards, in categories including

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