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JFK

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This acclaimed Oliver Stone drama presents the investigation into the assassination of President John F. Kennedy led by New Orleans district attorney Jim Garrison (Kevin Costner). When Garrison begins to doubt conventional thinking on the murder, he faces government resistance, and, after the killing of suspected assassin Lee Harvey Oswald (Gary Oldman), he closes the case. Later, however, Garrison reopens the investigation, finding evidence of an extensive conspiracy behind Kennedy's death.
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As history, Oliver Stone's JFK is dubious, but as filmmaking it's electric, cramming a ton of information and excitement into its three-hour runtime and making great use of its outstanding cast.

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Steve Murray Atlanta Journal-Constitution Despite flaws and simplicities, "JFK" is a must-see. Sep 23, 2025 Full Review Adam Nayman The Ringer One of the most frenetically edited studio movies ever made, JFK is a paradox, a movie of unstoppable velocity that seems to drag on forever. Mar 27, 2020 Full Review Duane Byrge The Hollywood Reporter While Stone has certainly stirred up the waters, with good conscience and, in JFK's own parlance, "with vigah," most people are likely to regard JFK as BS. Dec 20, 2016 Full Review Julian Singleton Cinapse Beyond its technical brilliance, JFK compels its audience to question the film’s own position of authority and encourages them to conduct their own relentless investigations, fostering a sense of personal authority and awareness as a result. Jul 11, 2025 Full Review Rachel Wagner Rachel's Reviews (YouTube) A gripping thriller that will have you convinced of what happened Feb 19, 2024 Full Review Eddie Harrison film-authority.com …Stone’s film has more meat on the bone than most of the craven daily, ever-changing alibis used by the guilty to conceal their insurrectionist actions in 2023… Rated: 4/5 Nov 8, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Gregory S I think this one of the greatest casted movies of all time, no doubt. Whether you believe the conspiracy theories or not, it is a fascinating movie. Plus, Jim Garrison thought the movie was pretty spot on. So, who knows. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/08/25 Full Review Alejandro E One of Oliver Stone's greatest achievements. The assassination of President John F. Kennedy, with all the web of inconsistencies and lies surrounding the state crime. That is precisely why this film was one of director Stone's most daring projects. As a postscript, it is worth watching Kevin Costner in one of his most mature roles. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/04/25 Full Review Claire M I happen to believe that what Oliver Stone portrays in the movie, JFK, is almost completely accurate. I was 8 years old when JFK was assassinated and I watched the aftermath on live TV including Oswald's arrest, JFK's funeral, and Oswald's murder. Even as a child, I intuitively believed Oswald when he said he was a 'patsy.' I don't doubt the FBI was involved (among other agencies). My entire childhood it seemed that J. Edgar Hoover was more powerful than any President. I respect Oliver Stone for the courage it took to make this movie. It opened a lot of eyes and definitely hurt his career. There are so many actors giving arguably the best performance of their lives: Gary Oldman, Tommy Lee Jones, Kevin Bacon, Joe Pesci, Sissy Spacek, John Candy, and more. Kevin Costner is the only weak link. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/27/25 Full Review Frans B Epic movie. Great cinematography, very well written and directed. Stellar cast all excels in character. Lots of drama, action, twists, intrigue and mystery. Pity we will never know the real truth, as it is with most important incidents, but anywhoooooo ... great movie Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/06/25 Full Review Isa B A fascinating story. A very good film by Oliver Stone. I do recommend. 90/100 Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 08/01/25 Full Review Stephen C 3 hours and 9 minutes based on the sad ending of John Fitzgerald Kennedy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ages 17 and older, due to graphic language and graphic violence!!!!!!!!!!!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/23/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis This acclaimed Oliver Stone drama presents the investigation into the assassination of President John F. Kennedy led by New Orleans district attorney Jim Garrison (Kevin Costner). When Garrison begins to doubt conventional thinking on the murder, he faces government resistance, and, after the killing of suspected assassin Lee Harvey Oswald (Gary Oldman), he closes the case. Later, however, Garrison reopens the investigation, finding evidence of an extensive conspiracy behind Kennedy's death.
Director
Oliver Stone
Producer
A. Kitman Ho, Oliver Stone
Screenwriter
Jim Marrs, Jim Garrison, Oliver Stone
Distributor
Warner Home Vídeo, Warner Bros.
Production Co
Ixtlan Corporation, Alcor Films, Camelot Pictures, Warner Brothers, Regency Enterprises
Rating
R
Genre
History, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 20, 1991, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
Dec 26, 2008
Runtime
3h 9m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, Surround
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1), Academy (1.33:1), 35mm, Flat (1.37:1)
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