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celluloid — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 07:43:52 +0000

Year:1976

Director:Sidney Lumet

Written by:Paddy Chayefsky (Screenplay)

Script Synopsis:When veteran anchorman Howard Beale is forced to retire his 25-year post because of his age, he announces to viewers that he will kill himself during his farewell broadcast. Network executives rethink their decision when his fanatical tirade results in a spike in ratings.

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