Absence of Malice

  (1981)
Journalistic ethics come under fire in this newspaper drama written by former reporter Kurt Luedtke. Sally Fields plays a novice reporter at a Miami daily who becomes a pawn in the investigation of a liquor distributor (Paul Newman) suspected of being involved in a mob murder. Tragedy, scandal and cover-up follow. The film received Oscar nominations for Best Actor (Newman), Best Supporting Actress (Melinda Dillon) and Best Screenplay.
Starring: Sally Field, Paul Newman
Director: Sydney Pollack
Genre:  Drama
Format:  DVD and streaming
Language: French, English ...
Subtitles: English ...
Awards: Academy Award® Nominee ...
Rated PGParental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children.
Absence of Malice
 
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