I remember when this film came out in the theaters, received mixed reviews, and minimal coverage by the press. I, of course, "believed the hype," (pun intended, as the main song of the movie is performed by Chuck D of Public Enemy) and let the film pass me by, as it did for many others it seems. (note the low number of votes that this film has received on this site) But I should not have been surprised that this film received such minimal coverage, and support by the mainstream media, since that is the direct target of criticism that the film focuses on.
Ethics in the Media, (or lack of them) is essentially the main theme of the film. For anyone who's interested in the Mass Media, and their impact on "shaping and molding" public opinion, and even its impact on public policy, etc. I highly recommend this film. I also thought that both Dustin Hoffman, and John Travolta acted brilliantly, in the deliverance of their characters, and think overall it was an enjoyable, and thought provoking movie, which is worth your while.
Ethics in the Media, (or lack of them) is essentially the main theme of the film. For anyone who's interested in the Mass Media, and their impact on "shaping and molding" public opinion, and even its impact on public policy, etc. I highly recommend this film. I also thought that both Dustin Hoffman, and John Travolta acted brilliantly, in the deliverance of their characters, and think overall it was an enjoyable, and thought provoking movie, which is worth your while.