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The Butler
The Butler (full title Lee Daniels' The Butler) is a 2013 American historical drama film directed by Lee Daniels, written by Danny Strong, and featuring an ensemble cast. Loosely inspired by the real-life of Eugene Allen, the film stars Forest Whitaker as Cecil Gaines, an African-American who eyewitnesses notable events of the 20th century during his 34-year tenure serving as a White House butler.It was the last film produced by Laura Ziskin, who died in 2011.
The film was theatrically released by The Weinstein Company on August 16, 2013.
Some of the cast ;
Oprah Winfrey as Gloria Gaines, Cecil's wife.
David Oyelowo as Louis Gaines, the Gaineses' eldest and most volatile son.
Elijah Kelley as Charlie Gaines, the Gaineses' youngest son.
David Banner as Earl Gaines, Cecil's father, who is killed by Thomas Westfall.
Mariah Carey as Hattie Pearl, Cecil's mother.
Terrence Howard as Howard, the Gaineses' neighbor who romantically pursues Gloria.
