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6.9
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jesse34
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Critic Glenn Kenny
rated 8

That the filmmakers are able to pursue their theme to the extent that the truestory on which the film is based obliges them to somehow has to be credited toRenner. His performance is very good...

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Cast & Crew

Michael Cuesta
Director
Robert Patrick
As Ronny Quail
Ray Liotta
As John Cullen
Tim Blake Nelson
As Alan Fenster
Andy García
As Norwin Meneses
Richard Schiff
As Richard Zuckerman
Rhoda Griffis
As Female Anchor
Michael Sheen
As Fred Weil

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In the 1990s, journalist Gary Webb stumbled upon a shocking conspiracy involving the CIA and cocaine trafficking in California. As he delved deeper into the story, he uncovered a web of deceit that threatened to destroy his career and his life. Despite warnings from government agents and provocative reactions from powerful interests, Webb refused to back down from his pursuit of truth. But as he continued to expose the scandal, he found himself increasingly isolated and in danger. Was it all worth it? Based on a true story.

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