The Fifth Estate (2013)

Name: The Fifth Estate
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Released: 2013
Duration: 128 min
Rating: 6.0
Cast: Benedict Cumberbatch, Daniel Brühl, Anthony Mackie, David Thewlis, Alicia Vikander

2h 8m India, United States of America

Drama Thriller

Plot

Exploring the complex dynamics between Julian Assange, the controversial founder of WikiLeaks, and his close ally turned rival, Daniel Domscheit-Berg, the narrative delves into their collaborative beginnings and the subsequent fallout. As WikiLeaks gains prominence and power, the friendship deteriorates, highlighting the tension between ideals and personal ambition. Their journey reflects the ethical dilemmas surrounding transparency and secrecy, ultimately leading to a profound and irreparable split that reshapes both their lives and the future of whistleblowing.

Cast

Benedict Cumberbatch Daniel Brühl Anthony Mackie David Thewlis Alicia Vikander Dan Stevens Stanley Tucci Laura Linney Carice van Houten Peter Capaldi Moritz Bleibtreu Alexander Beyer Jamie Blackley Anatole Taubman Michael Culkin