Latasha M. Ford with Awards Buzz had a recent interview had with the cast of “Re-Election,” including Adam Saunders, Tony Danza, Bex Taylor-Klaus, Rizwan Manji, and Kym Whitley. It was such a fantastic discussion covering their high school experiences, role-switching, and insights into comedy legends. The cast also touched on the delight of non-binary representation in film, among many other lively, engaging topics. Rizwan Manji shared his unique perspective on “Re-Election,” noting it was a different kind of movie experience for him. He particularly enjoyed his character’s storyline, saying, “I’m excited, this is a different role for me. So I’m really excited for people to see the villainous side of Rizwan.”
To wrap up, we had some fun with a “Cast Swap: Who Would They Play?” quickfire round. You can find out which roles they’d take on by checking out the interviews below.
“I grew up in Texas… in Dallas. I went to the actual Richardson High School, which is where the story is based. And, you know, now for the last 20 years, I’ve lived in LA. And as the world has become so politicized, I wanted to tell a story that both my friends in Texas and my friends in LA could watch.” Adam Saunders
About “Re-Election“
“Re-Election” is a wry, warm, and witty comedy that centers on a 40-something underdog. Faced with a mid-life crisis and a nagging sense of unfinished business, he makes the audacious decision to return to high school. His mission? To reboot his past, confront his youthful regrets, and finally achieve what eluded him decades ago: winning the race for class president.
“Re-Election” is undoubtedly a comedic film centered on Jimmy Bauer, a high school senior in 1995 who, after losing the class president election, abandons his dreams and becomes stuck in a life he never envisioned.
Now in his forties, Jimmy, portrayed by director-writer-producer Adam Saunders, is shocked to discover that Manish Singh (Rizwan Manji), the individual who defeated him, is seeking a second term as governor. Prompted by his father, Stan (Tony Danza), to leave the family’s memorabilia store, Jimmy sees an opportunity to redefine his future. With the help of his sister Shawna (Patty Guggenheim), now the principal of his former high school, Jimmy returns to complete his missing class credits, believing that winning the long-lost election will alter his life’s course. However, 30 years have passed, and the world has significantly changed, with shifts in social media, gender politics, social norms, and academic curricula. With the assistance of his Gen-Alpha friend Noa (Bex Taylor-Klaus) and his former classmate and current girlfriend Ama (Nathalie Kelley), Jimmy discovers that the beginning of a journey is less important than its conclusion. “Re-Election” offers a witty and heartfelt narrative about allowing one’s heart to guide one’s destiny.
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