The Post
A tense, talky newsroom drama that builds quiet suspense around a single decision, carried by two magnetic performances and a sense of history in the making.
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Argo
A tense, gripping thriller with moments of Hollywood wit, anchored by a constant sense of danger and a satisfying, nail-biting escape.
About 2012 film directed by Ben Affleck
Genres drama, biographical, thriller, historical, political thriller
Directed by Ben Affleck
Written by Chris Terrio, Tony Mendez, Joshuah Bearman
Starring Jimmy Carter, Ben Affleck, John Goodman, Bryan Cranston, Alan Arkin, Richard Kind, Adrienne Barbeau, Kyle Chandler
Music Alexandre Desplat
Runtime 120 min
Country United States
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