The Paper

The Paper

A behind-the-lines look at work, marriage and other forms of combat.

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Release Date

3/18/1994

Runtime

112 mins

Overview

Henry Hackett is the workaholic editor of a New York City tabloid. He loves his job, but the long hours and low pay are leading to discontent. Also, publisher Bernie White faces financial straits, and has hatchet-man Alicia Clark—Henry's nemesis—impose unpopular cutbacks.

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

$6,000,000

Revenue

$48,400,000

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A brisk, energetic look at the chaos of print journalism, balancing workplace comedy and genuine stakes as an editor fights to keep his paper, and his marriage, from falling apart.

Mood

ExhilaratingBittersweetAngry

Themes

AmbitionPowerComing apart

Tone

Comedic

Pacing

Brisk

Look

NaturalisticHandheld

Structure

Linear

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