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Denial (2016)

โ€œThe whole world knows the Holocaust happened. Now she needs to prove it.โ€

6.8/10 ยท 716 votes 1h 49m pg-13 DramaHistory

#120 of 305 films from 2016 #2220 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Mick Jackson ยท Written by David Hare

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Overview

Acclaimed writer and historian Deborah E. Lipstadt must battle for historical truth to prove the Holocaust actually occurred when David Irving, a renowned denier, sues her for libel.

Cast

Rachel Weiszas Deborah Lipstadt
Tom Wilkinsonas Richard Rampton
Timothy Spallas David Irving
Andrew Scottas Anthony Julius
Jack Lowdenas James Libson
Caren Pistoriusas Laura Tyler
Alex Jenningsas Sir Charles Gray
Harriet Walteras Vera Reich
Mark Gatissas Professor Robert Jan van Pelt
John Sessionsas Prof. Richard Evans
Nikki Amuka-Birdas Libby Holbrook
Pip Carteras Anthony Forbes-Watson
Jackie Cluneas Heather Rogers
Will Attenboroughas Thomas Skelton Robinson

Facts

Release dateSeptember 30, 2016
Runtime109 min (1h 49m) โ€” about the same as the 2016 average of 106 min
GenresDrama, History
LanguageEN
Budget$10,000,000
Box office$7,994,527 (0.8ร— budget)
IMDbtt4645330

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Questions

How long is Denial?
Denial runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Is Denial worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 716 votes, which places it #120 of 305 films released in 2016 in this index (top 61%) and #2220 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Denial?
Denial was directed by Mick Jackson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Temple Grandin (2010), The Bodyguard (1992), Volcano (1997).
Who stars in Denial?
Rachel Weisz as Deborah Lipstadt; Tom Wilkinson as Richard Rampton; Timothy Spall as David Irving; Andrew Scott as Anthony Julius; Jack Lowden as James Libson; Caren Pistorius as Laura Tyler.
What is Denial rated?
It carries a pg-13 certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Denial?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/17781.

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