Kill the Messenger
A reporter becomes the target of a vicious smear campaign that drives him to the point of suicide after he exposes the CIA's role in arming Contra rebels in Nicaragua and importing cocaine into California. Based on the true story of journalist Gary Webb.
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OK for ages 12+, with caveats: heavy language, mild violence
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Is "Kill the Messenger" appropriate for children?
ValorScore's Content Advisory for "Kill the Messenger" is "Moderate" (35/100), measuring sex, violence, language, and drug use. See the full per-axis breakdown below to decide if it fits your family.
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In ValorScore's editorial reading, "Kill the Messenger" has ideological presence rated "Clean". This is editorial opinion, not a verdict — see the axes and their evidence in the breakdown below. The overall ValorScore (cleanliness + value + audience rating) is 88/100. See every axis and its evidence in the breakdown below.
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