Kill the Messenger (2014)
Kill the Messenger (2014) is a gripping political thriller based on the true story of Gary Webb, an investigative journalist. Webb uncovers a connection between the CIA and the crack cocaine epidemic in the 1980s. His explosive reports suggest the U.S. government turned a blind eye to drug trafficking to fund Contra rebels in Nicaragua. As Webb digs deeper, he faces intense backlash from the media and government, leading to professional and personal devastation. The film showcases the dangers of truth-telling in a world driven by power and corruption, with Jeremy Renner playing the role of Gary Webb.
