
Citizen Cohn
He was McCarthy's loyal partner. The Kennedys' worst enemy. The F.B.I.'s best friend. The country's greatest nightmare.
Directed by Frank Pierson
Produced by HBO Films
A dark, introspective deathbed reckoning with a powerful and morally compromised historical figure, structured around memory and regret.
As lawyer and power broker Roy Cohn lies dying of AIDS in a private hospital room, ghosts from his past visit him as he reflects on his life and loves.
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Is Citizen Cohn sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Does Citizen Cohn end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 91% of films.
Is Citizen Cohn easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.
Is Citizen Cohn violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Is Citizen Cohn scary? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Like Citizen Cohn
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Citizen Cohn
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Citizen Cohn, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Citizen Cohn, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Citizen Cohn, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































