I attempted to connect with this lengthy, methodical, and detached portrayal of two journalists’ brave but difficult work that eventually brought Harvey Weinstein's widespread abuse of numerous women—women who worked for him throughout his long reign in Hollywood—to an end. Carey Mulligan and Zoe Kazan deliver acceptable performances, nothing more, as these lead reporters confront the daunting challenge of maneuvering through a poisonous atmosphere filled with fear, shame, and confidentiality agreements, hoping that one of Weinstein's victims will agree to speak out. Knowing how events unfolded in reality makes it considerably tougher to tell this story because there’s no feeling of suspense or risk. My main issue was that the writing and character development felt bland and lifeless. It also frequently mixes verifiable details with unconfirmed rumors. The filmmakers clearly intended to confirm those rumors, but the film doesn't fully address how they did so. One witness has been missing for years (but is easily located living with her mother!), while others remained silent due to legal agreements before suddenly starting to talk. What prompted them to finally expose this man? Their direct methods sometimes come across as insensitive and lacking consideration for the repercussions (particularly the scene involving Andrew Cheung, played by Edward Astor Chin, casually mowing his lawn). The film doesn’t explore any of the personalities or details in a meaningful way—the entire approach is surface-level. The absence of dramatization surrounding the incidents themselves, or even Weinstein himself, results in a somewhat disconnected and empty movie. It examines workplace intimidation and oppression and draws broad conclusions that – and this applies to men, gay people, people of color, not just women – ultimately left me feeling disappointed. As a record of an investigative report, it’s adequate; as a drama about real individuals facing genuine horrors, it simply lacks depth and character.

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