What is Talk Radio?
Talk Radio is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1988
- Release date
- Dec 23, 1988
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Talk Radio is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Drama. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A controversial talk show host faces mounting hostility right before his program goes national.”
- Adaptation of Eric Bogosians stage play
- Engaging exploration of media hostility
- Contains themes of hatred and hostility
Watch it if you enjoy intense dramatic films about media personalities.
The film deals with heavy themes of hatred and controversy surrounding a talk show host.
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What is the release year of Talk Radio?
Talk Radio was released in 1988.
Is Talk Radio based on a play?
Yes, the film is an adaptation of the stage play by Eric Bogosian.
Who plays the lead role of the talk show host?
Eric Bogosian reprises his role as the talk show host Barry Champlain in the film adaptation.
What is the premise of the film?
A rude and contemptuous talk show host becomes overwhelmed by the hatred surrounding his program right before it goes national.
Are parts of the film based on real events?
Portions of the film and play were based on the assassination of Denver radio host Alan Berg and a book by Stephen Singular.