Kill the Messenger
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Kill the Messenger

Journalist Gary Webb, California 1996, started investigating CIA's role in the 1980s in getting crack cocaine to the black part of LA to get money and... weapons to the Contra insurgents in Nicaragua. Show More

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Kill the Messenger is a gripping thriller based on the true story of journalist Gary Webb. Set in the mid-1990s, the film follows Webb as he uncovers the CIA's involvement in smuggling massive amounts of cocaine into the United States. The cocaine is then sold in impoverished communities to fund the Nicaraguan Contras' rebel army.

Despite immense pressure to back down, Webb chooses to pursue the story and publishes his groundbreaking series titled Dark Alliance. This decision sets off a chain of events that sees Webb's life unravel before his eyes. He becomes the target of a vicious smear campaign orchestrated by the CIA, aiming to discredit his work and tarnish his reputation.

As Webb fights to defend his integrity, he also finds himself struggling to protect his family and his own life. With his career in shambles and his personal life in jeopardy, Webb must navigate a treacherous world of corruption and cover-ups.

Kill the Messenger is a thought-provoking and suspenseful film that sheds light on the dangerous consequences of challenging powerful institutions. It explores themes of bravery, integrity, and the sacrifices one must make for the truth. Webb's story serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of a free and independent press in holding those in power accountable.

Note: This summary has been adapted for a streaming platform and all spoilers have been omitted to maintain the viewer's suspense.

Also Known As:

Kill the Messenger

Release Date:

09 Oct 2014

Writers:

Peter Landesman, Gary Webb, Nick Schou

Awards:

3 wins & 6 nominations

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