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J. Edgar

The biographical drama explores J. Edgar Hoover's profound impact on the Federal Bureau of Investigation, tracing his life and career over nearly five decades.

Leonardo DiCaprio stars as J. Edgar Hoover in this biopic, recalling his career for a biography. Hoover's fixation on Communists and revolutionaries drives his early career, as he builds the FBI's reputation and becomes the sole arbiter of hiring and firing. He hires Clyde Tolson, who becomes his confidant and companion, and is involved in high-profile cases like the Lindbergh baby kidnapping and the arrest of bank robbers.

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Info about J. Edgar

Studio(s): Imagine Entertainment, Malpaso Productions

Originally Released: United States, Nov 11, 2011

Production Country: United States

Box Office Gross: $84,920,539.00

Budget: $35,000,000.00

Genres:Biography, Drama, Romance

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