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Steven M. Well-written and acted film! Michael Keaton and Rachel McAdams, especially, live up to expectations. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/15/21 Full Review Peter M Great movie. The only flaw was that Mark Ruffalo really is a poor actor. I would not recommend this move because of this. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 06/17/25 Full Review Jay W This is a great example of how to do an ensemble picture. There are so many big-name actors in this film, all of them have their own character arcs and important roles in the larger story. In less talented hands, this number of characters could either get lost in the shuffle or feel bloated and overstuffed. But Tom McCarthy finds an appropriate balance of all the characters and story beats. Never did I have a hard time remembering what the characters were doing or what their personality was like. The story and how the story is interesting and the way it unfolds is engaging. It was a timely message when it came out, but it remains a timeless message. Have courage and speak up against what is wrong. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/17/25 Full Review steve d This story takes place loooong long ago back in an ancient time when journalistic integrity and credibility were still a thing. Great movie. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/07/25 Full Review Michael C For mature audiences, of course, but this movie gets high marks for culturally-relevant exposure of corruption and abuse of a vulnerable population by those who were thought to be above reproach. This is also the press doing exactly what was needed as the Fourth Estate. Engaging to watch due to its pacing and retelling of events around the time of 9/11. Highly recommended for any citizen of the USA or the world with the maturity to handle the material. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/30/25 Full Review Ethan C This film perfectly depicts the grittiness and true life events of journalist working tirelessly to uncover the story of the century. I love true life event movies but often get annoyed with the extra elements added to make it more “Hollywood”. Following the effort these journalist put into their craft, there is no need for the extra pizzaz. Wonderful acting all around. I especially have a fond for Liev’s portrayal of Mr. Baron. The calm figure who is guiding the ship through chaos; what a wonderful acting job. Overall love the no nonsense approach with this film. Let the story and events speak for themselves and have the camera just guide the viewer through the newsroom. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 05/20/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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