An Abuse of Power

Rating: 8/10 (28 September 2018)

After a failed burglary attempt within the Democratic National Committee results in the apprehension of several men carrying sophisticated electronic gear, a pair of reporters from the Washington Post by the names of "Carl Bernstein" (Dustin Hoffman) and "Bob Woodward" (Robert Redford) are assigned to report on the case. But as they uncover one clue after another they soon realize that this is no ordinary burglary. What they don't realize at the time, however, is the impact their reporting will bring to bear on the American political process and the important bearing it will have for the First Amendment and a free press. Now rather than reveal any more I will just say that this was an extremely interesting film which not only benefits from good performances by both Robert Redford and Dustin Hoffman but also highlights the dark nature of the American political system in an excellent manner as well. Definitely above average.