The rise of Michael Moore is a story unprecedented in American media; even before Fahrenheit 9/11, his controversial documentaries had achieved a stunning level of success in the US and abroad; but his profile as a cinematic and political maverick has only increased since his coup at Cannes, and his influence in political circles continues to grow. In Moore & Us, Jesse Larner charts Moore's entire career - from his early days in journalism and film breakthrough with Roger & Me to the furore around Fahrenheit 9/11 and Moore's efforts to use the film to effect the US presidential elections. Lerner explores the man in all of his guises: populist, prankster, preacher, rock star and unlikely folk hero and his book will be the first to ask the important questions in the wake of the US elections - Is Moore the major popular voice of the left he purports to be? Does his cultural drawing power outstrip his political influence? Where he is likely to go next? Moore & Us will be essential reading for anyone interested in the state of politics and entertainment in the US and Europe.