Mad City

In this gripping drama directed by Costa-Gavras, a disgruntled museum security guard, played by John Travolta, takes hostages in a desperate bid to get his job back. Dustin Hoffman stars as a seasoned journalist who sees the unfolding crisis as a career-defining story, leading to a tense standoff that explores themes of media manipulation and personal desperation. The film delves into the ethical complexities of journalism and the human cost of sensationalism. You can watch it for free on Soap2day.