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J. Edgar

6.2/10

Rating

137 min

Runtime

2011

Release Year

Clint Eastwood

Director

Cast

Leonardo DiCaprio, Armie Hammer, Naomi Watts, Josh Lucas, Josh Hamilton

Quick Synopsis

J. Edgar Hoover served as the head of the FBI and a prominent figure in American law enforcement for nearly five decades, earning both respect and criticism. Despite his public reputation, he kept private secrets that, if revealed, could have ruined his career and personal life.

Detailed Synopsis of J. Edgar

As the face of law enforcement in the United States for almost 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover was feared and admired, reviled and revered. But behind closed doors, he held secrets that would have destroyed his image, his career, and his life.

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