Eric Bogosian, Ellen Greene, Alec Baldwin
A rude, contemptuous talk show host becomes overwhelmed by the hatred that surrounds his program just before it goes national.
DVD Release Date: October 31, 2000
Stats: 289 reviews
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Flixster Reviews (289)
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April 27, 2009
When I was a kid I listened to talk radio (yes, I was THAT kid). The guy I listened to was He Who Goes Bump in the Night, Jim White on KMOX out of St. Louis. I think I stumbled on the guy after a Cardinals game. Jim White had been on the air in St. Louis for years and his shows w...( read more)
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December 24, 2008
Fantastic script pulled off on the tiniest set. Oliver Stone before he got too overtly political. A great thriller, and a huge recommend.
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December 13, 2008
A really great film when you don't expect too much more than what's advertised. Bogosian's finest hour by far and really shows you what late-night talk radio is all about. A good film I found for $4 at Big Lots.
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November 2, 2008
This was one of those films, you really expect nothing from and yet, it pleasantly surprised me. Eric Bogosian plays the role of a radio presenter and he is very convincing in doing so. He upsets practically everyone with his freedom of speech and obnoxious attitude. I liked t...( read more)
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November 4, 2009
Very interesting movie, main focus on dialogue. It gives you something to think about.
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July 22, 2009
Good insight into a very interesting character. This film is nothing explosive, but it's still very enjoyable, and got me closer to an amazing personality, of which we should have more nowadays.
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June 23, 2009
Extremely narcissistic and cynical. However, Eric Bogosian's play comes to life in this riveting tale of media and social commentary. It's totally captivating but somewhat self-indulgent. Still, well worth checking out for the performances and social statement. Stone keeps things...( read more)
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January 2, 2009It's been SOO VERY LONG, since I have seen this movie!!!
This movie is the very definition of a character driven story...
I was torn how to rate it. It's been so long that I can't remember anything bad about it!! And that is virtually impossible! I need to see it again...
One of the very best movies that I have ever seen! HIGHEST recommendations possible!!
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