ALL THE PRESIDENT'S MEN (1976) - ♦♦♦♦

Directed by - Alan J. Pakula

Written by - William Goldman (based on the book by Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward)

Starring - Robert Redford, Dustin Hoffman 

 

"All the President's Men is a political thriller that tells the true story of how two investigative journalists contributed to the revelation of the Watergate scandal that ultimately led to the resignation of the American president Richard Nixon. 

 

The celebrated writer and screenwriter William Goldman brings the Bernstein and Woodward story to life in one of the most amazing political thriller screenplays ever written. Though a times the intricate story may prove to be a little demanding, it is also ultimately very rewarding. 

 

Dustin Hoffman and Robert Redford are ideal leads for this film as they play their parts perfectly. 

 

In the end, this film is an amazing retelling of the tale that shook American politics and a glorifying nod to brave investigative journalism, which still to this day seems powerful and timeless."

 

Drama, USA