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The Story:
When the research assistant to brash young House member Stephen Collins (Ben Affleck) dies in a mysterious accident, the press has a field day with the politician's possible adultery. Naturally, the Washington Globe and its crack staff, including reporter Cal McCaffrey (Russell Crowe), blogger Della Frye (Rachel McAdams), and editor Cameron Lynne (Helen Mirren), are exploring every angle. But there's a catch. You see, McCaffrey and Collins were college roommates, and they've maintained a strong friendship ever since. They've even shared the affections of the Congressman's current wife Anne (Robin Wright Penn). When a link is established between the aide, the death of a junkie, a metal briefcase full of incriminating photos, a hyper PR agent named Dominic Foy (Jason Bateman), and the military contractor Pointcorp, it seems like a clear case of influence via strongarm tactics. But McCaffrey knows better than to believe the cover story. Instead, he wants to dig deeper, to expose the truth once and for all and clear his friend's name -- if he can.
Starring:
Russell Crowe, Rachel McAdams, Ben Affleck, Helen Mirren, Robin Wright Penn, Jason Bateman, Jeff Daniels
Directed By:
Kevin Macdonald
Release:
2009
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