The Insider (1999)

Plot Summary

It delves into the intense story of a research chemist who becomes a target both personally and professionally when he decides to expose Big Tobacco on a 60 Minutes exposé. As he takes a courageous stand against a powerful industry, the film unfolds a gripping narrative of ethical dilemmas, corporate misconduct, and the challenges faced by individuals seeking to reveal the truth.

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Awards

Academy Awards, USA (2000)

Oscar 2000

Nominated

Best Sound

Andy Nelson Doug Hemphill Lee Orloff

Oscar 2000

Nominated

Best Picture

Michael Mann Pieter Jan Brugge

Oscar 2000

Nominated

Best Film Editing

William Goldenberg Paul Rubell David Rosenbloom

Oscar 2000

Nominated

Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material Previously Produced or Published

Eric Roth Michael Mann

Oscar 2000

Nominated

Best Cinematography

Dante Spinotti

Golden Globes, USA (2000)

Golden Globe 2000

Nominated

Best Original Score - Motion Picture

Lisa Gerrard Pieter Bourke

Golden Globe 2000

Nominated

Best Motion Picture - Drama

Golden Globe 2000

Nominated

Best Screenplay - Motion Picture

Eric Roth Michael Mann