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Conspiracy Theory

Conspiracy Theory

Action · Drama · Mystery · 1997

A man obsessed with conspiracy theories becomes a target after one of his theories turns out to be true. Unfortunately, in order to save himself, he has to figure out which theory it is.

Movie details

Conspiracy Theory

“What if your most paranoid nightmares had just come true?”

1997 Action · Drama · Mystery 2h 15m

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6.6 / 10

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A man obsessed with conspiracy theories becomes a target after one of his theories turns out to be true. Unfortunately, in order to save himself, he has to figure out which theory it is.

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What this film says about your taste.

Not a recommendation score. A measure of how closely the film’s taste signals resemble yours.

The archetype split

Who fights over Conspiracy Theory?

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Names above the title

The people responsible.

Directed by

Richard Donner

Written by

Brian Helgeland

Mel Gibson

Mel Gibson

Jerry Fletcher

Julia Roberts

Julia Roberts

Alice Sutton

Patrick Stewart

Patrick Stewart

Dr. Jonas

Cylk Cozart

Cylk Cozart

Agent Lowry

Steve Kahan

Steve Kahan

Mr. Wilson

Terry Alexander

Terry Alexander

Flip

Alex McArthur

Alex McArthur

Cynic

Court is in session

Put Conspiracy Theory on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Popcorn Loyalist

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.