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State of Play
2018
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State of Play
Positive Reviews
9
Negative reviews
4
Average Rating
3.6
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4.5
A very old fashioned, principled, investigative journalism movie, full of red herrings, surprising twists and corrupt politicians. It will keep those ..
Flim List
1.5
Its all very ripped from the headlines and the characters are more types than people, but at least it doesnt talk down to you. Much.
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4.5
Makes investigative journalism feel as exciting, dangerous, brutal, and immoral as political corruption and corporate espionage.
4.5
Journalistic ethics and the scandalous nature of politics are featured in the taut conspiracy thriller, State of Play.
Matts Movie Reviews
4.5
State of Play doesnt join the pantheon of great newspaper movies, but it is nevertheless an enthralling and intelligent thriller.
What So
4.5
A smart and intriguing thriller that features a quality cast and some nice dramatic moments.
Bowling Green Daily News
4.5
At last, State Of Play is an example of a Hollywood refresh that not only stand up to the source, but builds upon it.
Fan The Fire Magazine
1.5
State of Play is well put together and has some intelligence but its just not very interesting or exciting or gripping for most of the time.
Spectator
1.5
State of Play is a fairly well executed thriller that doesnt require a great leap of faith.
Critics Notebook
4.5
State of Play entertains, but every film genre, including the thriller, would be improved vastly by a more coherent and insightful grasp of the way so ..
World Socialist Web Site
4.5
Mr. Crowe isnt just the angry idealist weve gotten used to him playing.
Washington Times
1.5
But then I have some nostalgia for the genre, even when it doesnt correspond to reality.
Ma Cleans
4.5
The Oscar winning actor delivers a charming performance thats filled with heart and passion.
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