a riveting story that's perfectly cast

Rating: Null/10 (18 November 2018)

In 2001, Keaton, Ruffalo, McAdams, and James are among a small team of journalists at the Boston Globe who research and publish investigative articles. When new editor Schreiber joins the staff and encourages them to follow a lead regarding child sexual abuse among the Boston Archdiocese, they uncover more than they could have ever anticipated regarding a systematic pattern of abuse and the ensuing cover-ups. Based on the true account of the Boston Globe's investigation that earned them a Pulitzer Prize in Public Service this is sensitive subject matter to be sure, but the story is compelling and holds you every step of the way, and is further elevated by a first-rate cast of actors. Not for everyone, but a fine showing regardless. ***