Absence of Malice

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Jan 26, 2019 The best courtroom movie ever made!

Ron W Mar 26, 2018 I suspect that we've all recently been somewhat numbed to rules and regulations by the REAL circus of today. But I still think it's a great movie. And applicable to today! See more

Han P Jan 31, 2018 Even though fascinating as far as the ethical implications of poorly sourced journalism, Pollack's film is oddly bland. It lacks the pace, the urgency and the moral heft the theme implies. Had it been more deftly realized, this could have been an essential film considering our current landscape. See more

Theodore G Jan 22, 2018 Interesting script, quality cast, and great editing. Well worth a few award nominations.

Harry G Oct 27, 2017 Megan, a newspaper reporter, is leaked information by the local DA's office that Michael Gallagher, the nephew of a mob boss, is being investigated for the disappearance of a senior union organiser. After some token checks, she prints the story. This has significantly adverse effects on Gallagher's business and life. Desperate to clear his name, he starts to play them at their own game. Good, clever drama. Intriguing plot with some interesting themes. In particular the movie shows the lengths the media will go for a story, the lack of caring for the truth or anyone they harm and, most importantly, the manipulative power of the media. Not as profound as it could have been, however. Conclusion lacks punch. Great work by Paul Newman and Sally Field in the lead roles with good support from Melinda Dillon. Newman and Dillon got Oscar nominations for their efforts. See more

Sep 29, 2017 I found Absence of Malice to be a great, powerful movie and perfect example how words can be used to destroy, reputations and lives, and the publishers go on their merry way, regardless if what they have written was true or not. Today we live in a world of slander, propagated by those who seek to tear our nation apart. And they are very good at it. See more

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