TRUTH for Presidents Day

For the 2024 Presidents Day Film Buff episode, the featured film is Truth (2015). In this episode, Peter explores the filmography of writer-director James Vanderbilt, who is prominently featured in the podcast. He also delves into the historical context of the film and its significance.

Truth (2015) is a political drama based on the 2005 memoir Truth and Duty: The Press, the President, and the Privilege of Power by journalist Mary Mapes. The film follows the controversial events surrounding a 2004 60 Minutes report on CBS, which questioned then-President George W. Bush’s military service in the Texas Air National Guard. Cate Blanchett stars as Mapes, the producer of the segment, while Robert Redford portrays veteran news anchor Dan Rather. As the story unfolds, Mapes and her team face intense scrutiny when the authenticity of their key documents is called into question, leading to a media firestorm, professional repercussions, and a broader discussion about journalism, politics, and corporate influence over the news.

PETER A DELUCA AKAPD

AKAPAD is a versatile thinker known across Philadelphia, Europe, and even in the vast Multiverse as The Electic One. By day, he excels as an IT Mastermind, assisting individuals, both big and small, with a wide range of simple and complex solutions. In contrast, he is also a talented illustrator, a passionate comic book enthusiast, a creative content creator, and an active live streamer. Additionally, his podcast, “AKAPAD The Film Buff Podcast,” boasts an impressive catalog of over 500 episodes available on nearly every major platform.