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The World Is Watching

October 24, 1988 0h 58m

Originally released in 1988. The World Is Watching is a feature film. directed by Peter Raymont. At just 58 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Elizabeth Gray

Synopsis

The World is Watching is a political film about the moral issues surrounding news gathering and newsmaking in the electronic age. Who decides what constitutes the news? How do they decide? And what about the men and women who report from the field. Are foreign correspondents allowed to tell all that they see? The film examines these complex issues by focusing on several international journalists in Nicaragua as they cover the negotiations surrounding the Arias Peace Plan in November 1987. With unprecedented access to the inner workings of ABC News, what follows is a unique portrait of a news crew in the field, as it interacts with the editorial process in the newsroom in New York City.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 24, 1988 37 years ago
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Runtime 0h 58m 58 minutes total
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The World Is Watching about?

The World is Watching is a political film about the moral issues surrounding news gathering and newsmaking in the electronic age. Who decides what constitutes the news? How do they decide? And what...

Who directed The World Is Watching?

The World Is Watching was directed by Peter Raymont.

How long is The World Is Watching?

The World Is Watching has a runtime of 0 hours and 58 minutes (58 minutes total).

When was The World Is Watching released?

The World Is Watching was released on October 24, 1988 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The World Is Watching?

The main cast of The World Is Watching includes Elizabeth Gray.