Renowned producer uncovers scandalous story of U.S. President's military service, facing mounting challenges and casualties.
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Robert Redford and Cate Blanchett star in TRUTH, based on a riveting true story of one of network news’ biggest scandals. As a renowned producer and close associate of Dan Rather (Redford), Mary Mapes (Blanchett) believes she’s broken the biggest story of the 2004 election: revelations of a sitting U.S. President’s military service. But when allegations come pouring in, sources change their stories, document authenticity is questioned, and the casualties begin to mount. This dramatic thriller goes behind the scenes to expose the intricacies of journalistic integrity and what it takes to reveal the TRUTH.
"With a flawless performance, Cate Blanchett stars as a CBS News producer embroiled in a journalistic controversy in Truth. Directed by James Vanderbilt, known for Zodiac, this drama is inspired by the real scandal surrounding Dan Rather's reporting, which questioned George W. Bush's military service. The plot unfolds with intensity, delving into issues of journalistic ethics and the challenges faced by the team in revealing inconvenient truths, highlighting the nuances of journalism under fire."