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66% Critic Match
The Paper
“A behind-the-lines look at work, marriage and other forms of combat.”
6.6 / 10• 1994• 1h 52m•R• English
ComedyDrama
Storyline
Henry Hackett is the workaholic editor of a New York City tabloid. He loves his job, but the long hours and low pay are leading to discontent. Also, publisher Bernie White faces financial straits, and has hatchet-man Alicia Clark—Henry's nemesis—impose unpopular cutbacks.
Cast & Crew
Michael Keaton
Henry Hackett
Lead
Robert Duvall
Bernie White
Glenn Close
Alicia Clark
Marisa Tomei
Martha Hackett
Randy Quaid
Michael McDougal
Jason Alexander
Marion Sandusky
Catherine O'Hara
Susan
Jason Robards
Graham Keighley
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Ron Howard's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Paper is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
