Movie · 1976

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Television will never be the same.

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Biting media satire Corporate corruption Ratings driven cynicism Rage against the system Institutional dehumanization Political satire

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Release
1976
Runtime
122 min
Director
Sidney Lumet

Synopsis

When veteran anchorman Howard Beale is forced to retire his 25-year post because of his age, he announces to viewers that he will kill himself during his farewell broadcast. Network executives rethink their decision when his fanatical tirade results in a spike in ratings.

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