
The Program
Champion. Hero. Legend. Cheat.
Directed by Stephen Frears
Produced by StudioCanal, Working Title Films
A tense investigative drama about exposing deception at the heart of sporting heroism, driven by journalistic obsession and moral conviction.
An Irish sports journalist becomes convinced that Lance Armstrong's performances during the Tour de France victories are fueled by banned substances. With this conviction, he starts hunting for evidence that will expose Armstrong.
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Is The Program sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is The Program scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
Is The Program violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Does The Program end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
Is The Program easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
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