The Candidate 1972

To land his dream job, a desperate candidate faces an unconventional and daunting final interview challenge that pushes him to his limits.

To land his dream job, a desperate candidate faces an unconventional and daunting final interview challenge that pushes him to his limits.

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The Candidate does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

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6.9

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45th Academy Awards 1973

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Sound

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Writing (Story and Screenplay—based on factual material or material not previously published or produced)

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