
In the early 1950's, the threat of Communism created an air of paranoia in the United States and exploiting those fears was Senator Joseph McCarthy of Wisconsin. However, CBS reporter Edward R. Murrow and his producer Fred W. Friendly decided to take a stand and challenge McCarthy and expose him for the fear monger he was. However, their actions took a great personal toll on both men, but they stood by their convictions and helped to bring down one of the most controversial s... (Full plot summary below)
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In the early 1950's, the threat of Communism created an air of paranoia in the United States and exploiting those fears was Senator Joseph McCarthy of Wisconsin. However, CBS reporter Edward R. Murrow and his producer Fred W. Friendly decided to take a stand and challenge McCarthy and expose him for the fear monger he was. However, their actions took a great personal toll on both men, but they stood by their convictions and helped to bring down one of the most controversial senators in American history.
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| Baltimore SunMichael SragowYou go to Good Night, and Good Luck expecting inspiration, and you get it. It's also unexpectedly subtle, tense, and challenging, complex both in its take on its subject and in its craftsmanship. So the movie brings you to your feet - and, at times, to tears. |
| Reel.comPam GradyBy George, Clooney's done it. This paean to Murrow and excellence in broadcast journalism is filmmaking at its best. |
| Supercala.comJohn VenableMasterfully crafted, wonderfully acted, and an undeniably cutting commentary on fear in the 50s that resonates even louder today. |
| culturevulture.netArthur LazereA smart, pointed, timely and superbly realized biopic |
| Flick FilosopherMaryAnn JohansonOh, this is an angry movie, calm and collected on the surface and seethed with reeled-in rage underneath. |
| Film Journal InternationalErica AbeelClooney confidently lasers away the characters' personal lives to focus on Murrow's maneuverings. |
| ComingSoon.netEdward DouglasAn impressive time capsule, driven by a memorable performance by David Strathairn |
| Charlotte ObserverLawrence ToppmanIt'll preach mainly to the choir - lazy thinkers won't attend, despite George Clooney's attachment as director and actor - but maybe it'll wake a few sleepers. |
| Chicago Sun-TimesRoger EbertThe other key character is McCarthy himself, and Clooney uses a masterstroke: He employs actual news footage of McCarthy, who therefore plays himself. |
| Movie MomNell MinowI love this movie so much I wanted to go up and hug the screen when it was over. |