Being There (Criterion Collection)

Peter Sellers gives the performance of his career in this delightful comedy from director Hal Ashby. Sellers stars as Chance, a sheltered, middle-aged gardener who only possesses knowledge he has gleaned from television. Thrust into the real world when his longtime employer suddenly dies, Chance's innocence is viewed as genius, landing him an unlikely job as advisor to the U.S. president. Shirley MacLaine, Melvyn Douglas, Jack Warden co-star; written by Jerzy Kosinski, from his story. 130 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English (SDH); "making of" documentary; featurettes; deleted scene; outtakes; alternate ending; promo reel; TV spots; theatrical trailer.