W. is a 2008 American
biographical drama film loosely based on the life and
presidency of
George W. Bush. It was produced and directed by
Oliver Stone, written by
Stanley Weiser, and stars
Josh Brolin as Bush, with a supporting cast that includes
Ellen Burstyn,
Elizabeth Banks,
James Cromwell,
Thandie Newton,
Jeffrey Wright,
Scott Glenn, and
Richard Dreyfuss. Filming began on May 12, 2008, in Louisiana and the film was released on October 17.