
True Story
Some mysteries are beyond belief.
Directed by Rupert Goold
Produced by Plan B Entertainment, Regency Enterprises
A morally complex true-crime drama exploring the unsettling bond between a disgraced journalist and the murderer who stole his identity.
A drama centered on the relationship between journalist Michael Finkel and Christian Longo, an FBI Most Wanted List murderer who for years lived outside the U.S. under Finkel's name.
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Is True Story sad? Yes. More sad than 75% of films.
Is True Story scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Does True Story end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 64% of films.
Is True Story easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Is True Story violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
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Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
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