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Movie poster: The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover (1977)
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The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover

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1977 · 112 min Drama History
4.9 / 10 · TMDB

The story of J. Edgar Hoover, head of the FBI from 1924-1972, following his racket-busting days through his reign under eight US presidents.

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Year 1977
Country United States of America
Genre Drama, History
Director Larry Cohen
Runtime 112 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.9/10 (14 votes)

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The film constructs a shadowy portrait of power, relying on a chronological march through real events to create the feel of a docudrama. It explores the mechanics of control, where information is the ultimate currency.

What lingers after viewing is a chilling study of bureaucratic machinery and Cold War paranoia, where personal ambition and state interest become indistinguishable. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Larry Cohen

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Under lamplight, with patience, as a historical dossier.

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