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Deadline is a 2004 documentary directed by Katy Chevigny. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes. Critics gave it 71 on Metacritic.

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Deadline (2004) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Director
Katy Chevigny
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Deadline About?

The premise of Deadline without spoilers.

This gripping documentary explores the complexities of capital punishment in the United States. Focusing on former Illinois Governor George Ryan, the film follows his transformation from a proponent of the death penalty to a compassionate reformer who ultimately commuted the sentences of all death row inmates. Through Ryan's personal journey, the filmmakers offer a nuanced and powerful critique of America's justice system and its inherent moral dilemmas.

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The Director of Deadline

Directed by Katy Chevigny.

From the director

More from Katy Chevigny

One more film directed by Katy Chevigny: E-Team.

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Ratings

Deadline Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Deadline 71 on Metacritic.

Cars

Cars in Deadline

38 cars on screen, including the 1992 Volvo 850 and the 1993 Ford Econoline.

All 38 cars
  • 1992 Volvo 850 in Deadline 1992 Volvo 850 Main role
  • 1993 Ford Econoline in Deadline 1993 Ford Econoline Important role
  • 1994 Ford Scorpio MkI in Deadline 1994 Ford Scorpio MkI Important role
  • 1989 Ford Sierra MkII in Deadline 1989 Ford Sierra MkII Important role

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FAQ

Deadline FAQ: Runtime, Release Date & Director

Runtime, release date, director, ratings and post-credit scenes of Deadline, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Deadline?

Deadline runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was Deadline released?

Deadline was released on June 4, 2004.

Who directed Deadline?

Deadline was directed by Katy Chevigny.

More films by Katy Chevigny

How is Deadline rated?

Deadline has 71 on Metacritic and 90% on TMDB.

Does Deadline have a post-credit scene?

No. Deadline has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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