The thriller genre lends itself exceptionally well to stories involving journalism, and some of the best thrillers in history have something to do with the fourth estate. The genre has evolved in the last five decades to become its own distinct entity outside of action and horror. Thrillers can sometimes feature elements of those aforementioned genres, but never too much.

Considering how important journalism is to the shaping of modern history, it only makes sense that the profession frequently appears in thriller films. Major historical events are often intricately linked with the journalism profession, and political intrigue is a key element in thrillers . This opens the door for compelling cinematic stories, whether they're fictional or real.

Filmmakers have used journalism as a b

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