All Governments Lie: Truth, Deception, and the Spirit of I.F. Stone

Synopsis

All Governments Lie: Truth, Deception, and the Spirit of I.F. Stone delves into the investigative journalism of I.F. Stone, a maverick journalist who questioned authority and sought the truth in a world of government deception. Through interviews and archival footage, the film sheds light on the power of independent media and the importance of holding those in power accountable. With a focus on media integrity and the impact of misinformation, this documentary serves as a timely reminder of the role of journalism in a democratic society.

Cast

• I. F. Stone

  Self - Investigative Journalist (archive footage)

• Chris Hedges

  Self - Former Correspondent, The New York Times

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  Leslie Moonves

  Self - President of CBS (voice) (archive footage)

• Jeff Cohen

  Self - Founding Director, Park Center for Independent Media

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  Matt Taibbi

  Self - Contributing Editor, Rolling Stone Magazine

• John Carlos Frey

  Self - Independent Journalist

Reviews

All Governments Lie: Truth, Deception, and the Spirit of I.F. Stone has garnered critical acclaim for its thought-provoking exploration of journalism and government accountability. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a solid 93% rating, praising its insightful approach to exposing the truth. IMDb rates it at 7.3/10, highlighting the engaging storytelling and depth of research. Metacritic scores it 63/100, appreciating the film's relevance and impact. Critics have lauded the documentary for highlighting the importance of independent journalism and the legacy of I.F. Stone. Overall, All Governments Lie is a powerful and enlightening watch that challenges viewers to question the status quo and seek out the truth for themselves.

See also

The Avengers

Joker

Captain America: The First Avenger

Iron Man 2