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The Most Dangerous Man in America: Daniel Ellsberg and the Pentagon Papers (2009) Plot Summary Explained
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- 2009 · 92 min · English
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- Directed by
- Judith Ehrlich, Rick Goldsmith
This gripping documentary explores the life of Daniel Ellsberg and his pivotal role in exposing government deception through the Pentagon Papers. The leak, a top-secret study of the Vietnam War, shook the nation’s trust in its leaders and ignited a media storm. The film follows Ellsberg as he grapples with the repercussions of his courageous actions, facing legal challenges and intense public scrutiny while his actions ultimately reshape the landscape of American history.
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