Absence of Malice (1981)
Directed by Sydney Pollack
Genres - Drama, Romance |
Sub-Genres - Courtroom Drama, Message Movie |
Release Date - Nov 17, 1981 (USA - Unknown), Nov 19, 1981 (USA - Limited), Dec 18, 1981 (USA) |
Run Time - 116 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - PG
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Synopsis by Matthew Tobey
In this legal drama from director Sydney Pollack, Sally Field stars as Megan, an ambitious newpaper reporter who, based on information from FBI investigator Rosen, played by Bob Balaban, writes a scathing article that implicates Gallagher, a reclusive business-owner played by Paul Newman, in the recent disappearance of a labor leader. When Gallagher confronts Megan and sets her straight, the two team together to prove his innocence and have a few romantic interludes along the way. Wilford Brimley and Melinda Dillon also star.
Characteristics
Moods
Keywords
journalism, media, newspaper, false-accusation, reporter, courtroom, FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation), investigator, revenge, suicide, suicide-attempt
Attributes
High Artistic Quality
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