New film 'The Post' | Powerful performers Streep and Hanks finally unite on the big screen!
'The Post' depicts the true story of The Washington Post journalists and their attempts to publish the Pentagon Papers - classified documents regarding the thirty-year involvement of the United States government in the Vietnam War.
The film features a well-rounded cast led by Meryl Streep and Tom Hanks. Streep shines as the conflicted owner and publisher of The Washington Post, Katharine Graham who lacks confidence in her ability as a woman to lead the newspaper to success. Despite her position, Graham is overruled by various men in the patriarchal system advising or working beneath her, making for dramatic and realistic viewing.
Hanks is brilliant as The Post’s Editor-in-Chief Ben Bradlee, who risks his and Katharine’s careers to expose the secrets of the U.S. government.
Steven Spielberg ('Saving Private Ryan', 'Schindler’s List') directs this compelling drama about journalism and integrity. His direction is outstanding, evoking character-driven performances from his entire cast.
Liz Hannah and Josh Singer composed a brilliantly written screenplay, engaging viewers from beginning to end with its consistent and well-detailed narrative.
Cinematography by Janusz Kamiński is perfectly shot, with tight editing by Michael Kahn and Sarah Broshar.
The music score by the talented and renowned John Williams tops off 'The Post' as a film worth watching at the cinema.
This is one of the best films about journalism, and is picked to be a favourite this award season.
An intriguing story about risking your career and freedom to help bring long-buried truths to light. This is a story that audiences will find captivating from the very beginning.
'The Post' is in cinemas now!
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