The Gamechangers
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In the late 1990s middle class British brothers Sam and Dan Houser and two friends, all video game enthusiasts, devise a violent new game Grand Theft ...Auto, set in a fictionalized America and appearing to reward a car thief for murdering anybody who gets in the way of his crimes. In Britain the Police Federation brands it as sick and contemptible whilst politician Hillary Clinton accuses it of "stealing the innocence of our children." Most vocal of its critics is crusading Florida lawyer Jack Thompson who, in the wake of an Alabama teen-ager going on a killing spree and blaming the game, attempts to get it banned, bringing a court action against the Housers and their company Rockstar Games, now based in San Diego. However Thompson's public denunciation of the game is instrumental in determining the outcome of the court case. Show More

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g a lawsuit against the Houser brothers and their company, Rockstar Games. The Gamechangers is a thought-provoking biographical drama that explores the controversy surrounding the creation and impact of the infamous video game, Grand Theft Auto.

The film takes place in the late 1990s and follows Sam and Dan Houser, two middle-class British brothers, as they develop a new video game called Grand Theft Auto. Set in a fictionalized version of America, the game allows players to engage in criminal activities, including car theft and murder. As the game gains popularity, it faces intense scrutiny from politicians, law enforcement, and concerned parents.

The Gamechangers showcases the backlash that Grand Theft Auto receives from various organizations and individuals who accuse it of promoting violence and corrupting the youth. The most vocal opponent is lawyer Jack Thompson, who goes on a mission to get the game banned and sues the Houser brothers.

This thought-provoking movie not only dives into the controversy surrounding Grand Theft Auto but also explores the broader themes of freedom of speech, censorship, and the societal impact of violent media. With its gripping storyline and stellar performances by a talented cast, The Gamechangers is a must-watch for gamers and anyone interested in the cultural influence of video games.