Drama,History
United States of America
The Post, directed by Steven Spielberg, tells the story of The Washington Post's struggle to publish the Pentagon Papers, a confidential government report chronicling the United States' involvement in the Vietnam War. The report was leaked to The New York Times, who published a series of articles detailing the government's deception of the American public regarding the war.
However, the Nixon administration obtained a court order prohibiting The New York Times from publishing any more articles. The Washington Post, led by publisher Katharine Graham (played by Meryl Streep) and editor Ben Bradlee (played by Tom Hanks), decides to take a risk and publish the papers, potentially facing legal consequences, loss of readership and more.
As they race against the clock to verify the information, they must also navigate their own inner conflicts regarding journalistic integrity and loyalty to friends within the government. Meanwhile, Graham must balance the pressures of being a female publisher in a male-dominated industry, and her own close ties to the government officials whose actions are being exposed.
The Post showcases the courage and determination of journalists and the importance of a free press in holding those in power accountable.
