Plot
Based on the true story of journalist Gary Webb. The film takes place in the mid-1990s, when Webb uncovered the CIA's past role in importing huge amounts of cocaine into the U.S. that was aggressively sold in ghettos across the country to raise money for the Nicaraguan Contras' rebel army. Despite enormous pressure not to, Webb chose to pursue the story and went public with his evidence, publishing the series "Dark Alliance". As a result he experienced a vicious smear campaign fueled by the CIA. At that point Webb found himself defending his integrity, his family, and his life.
Written by
Peter Landesman, Gary Webb, Nick Schou
Directed by
Michael Cuesta
Crew
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
Bluegrass Films, The Combine
Languages
English, Español
Awards
3 wins & 6 nominations
Featurettes
Scores
# of Votes
49,427
Average Rating
6.9 out of 10
Metascore
60
Popularity
NA