Weiner

The documentary "Weiner" follows congressman Anthony Weiner and his wife Huma Abedin as they navigate a tumultuous period in their lives after scandalous photos of Weiner mysteriously appeared on his Twitter account shortly after his 2011 resignation from Congress. The film chronicles Weiner's attempted comeback during his 2013 campaign for Mayor of New York City, featuring unfettered access to the candidate and his campaign. As the campaign progresses, Weiner's personal life becomes increasingly strained, with the relationship between him and Huma Abedin becoming particularly affected by the new revelations. The film captures intimate views of Weiner, his wife, and his campaign staff struggling with the media firestorm that ensues.