The Insider (film)

The insider movie poster 1999

1999 American film

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Directed by	Michael Mann
Written by	Eric Roth, Michael Mann
Screenplay by
Story by
Based on
Produced by	Michael Mann, Pieter Jan Brugge
Starring	Al Pacino, Russell Crowe, Christopher Plummer
Narrated by
Cinematography	Dante Spinotti

The Insider is a 1999 American drama film directed by Michael Mann. The film stars Al Pacino, Russell Crowe, and Christopher Plummer. It is based on the true story of a whistleblower in the tobacco industry and the subsequent struggles he faces after revealing the industry's secrets.

Plot[edit | edit source]

The film follows Jeffrey Wigand (played by Russell Crowe), a former executive at Brown & Williamson, a major tobacco company. Wigand becomes a whistleblower and decides to expose the company's knowledge of the addictive properties of nicotine and the harmful effects of smoking. He collaborates with Lowell Bergman (played by Al Pacino), a producer for the television news program 60 Minutes, to bring the information to the public.

Cast[edit | edit source]

Production[edit | edit source]

The film was directed by Michael Mann, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Eric Roth. The cinematography was handled by Dante Spinotti, and the music was composed by Lisa Gerrard and Pieter Bourke. The film was produced by Touchstone Pictures, Blue Lion Entertainment, and Mann/Roth Productions.

Reception[edit | edit source]

The Insider received critical acclaim for its direction, screenplay, and performances, particularly those of Russell Crowe and Al Pacino. It was nominated for seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor for Russell Crowe.

Themes[edit | edit source]

The film explores themes of corporate ethics, whistleblowing, and the role of the media in exposing corruption. It highlights the personal and professional risks faced by individuals who choose to speak out against powerful organizations.

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External links[edit | edit source]

The Insider at IMDb

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