The Paper
"A fresh look at the American media"
Originally released in 2007. The Paper is a documentary film. directed by Aaron Matthews. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Laura Baker, Kayur Patel, and Chico Harlan
Synopsis
From gay rights to racial bias, from plummeting circulation to “infotainment,” go inside the newsroom to witness the pressures and problems of today’s media. But not some big-city major daily. The Daily Collegian is published by students at Penn State University who, in the course of one crisis-filled year, struggle to save their paper. Interweaving the drama of deadline journalism with the energy and idealism of youth, urgent media questions are tackled from the fresh perspective of tomorrow’s journalists.
Quick Facts
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $250,000
Production Companies
- ITVS
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Paper about?
From gay rights to racial bias, from plummeting circulation to “infotainment,” go inside the newsroom to witness the pressures and problems of today’s media. But not some big-city major daily...
Who directed The Paper?
The Paper was directed by Aaron Matthews.
How long is The Paper?
The Paper has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was The Paper released?
The Paper was released on April 7, 2007 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Paper?
The main cast of The Paper includes Laura Baker, Kayur Patel, Chico Harlan, Bridget Smith.