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Nothing but the Truth
Drama · Thriller · 2008
When reporter Rachel Armstrong writes a story that reveals the identity of a covert CIA operative, the government demands that Rachel reveal her source. She defies the special prosecutor and is thrown in jail. Meanwhile, her attorney, Albert Burnside argues her case all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Movie details
Nothing but the Truth
“Don't Reveal the Source.”
2008 Drama · Thriller 1h 48m
Critical arithmetic
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TMDB
6.9 / 10
Community rating
When reporter Rachel Armstrong writes a story that reveals the identity of a covert CIA operative, the government demands that Rachel reveal her source. She defies the special prosecutor and is thrown in jail. Meanwhile, her attorney, Albert Burnside argues her case all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court.
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What this film says about your taste.
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The archetype split
Who fights over Nothing but the Truth?
For the defence
The Prestige Tourist
“You like your greatness pre-approved.”
Read their case For the prosecution
The Popcorn Loyalist
“Big screen, big feelings, no apologies.”
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Cast & crew
Directed by
Rod Lurie
Written by
Rod Lurie
Kate Beckinsale
Rachel Armstrong
Matt Dillon
Patton Dubois
Angela Bassett
Bonnie Benjamin
Alan Alda
Alan Burnside
Vera Farmiga
Erica van Doren
David Schwimmer
Ray Armstrong
Courtney B. Vance
Agent O'Hara
Court is in session
Put Nothing but the Truth on trial.
Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.
The prosecution The Popcorn Loyalist
“Technique in search of a pulse.”
Immaculate construction is still construction. The film may be too busy proving its craft to feel alive.