Movies with I. F. Stone

I.F. Stone: A Fearless Voice on the Silver Screen Though best known as an influential muckraking journalist, I.F. Stone also left an indelible mark on the world of documentary filmmaking. With his uncompromising commitment to truth and his blistering intellect, Stone brought the same dogged investigative spirit to the screen that defined his legendary career in print. In the 1974 Oscar-winning documentary Hearts and Minds, Stone's incisive narration cuts through the government propaganda and media spin surrounding the Vietnam War, offering a vital counterpoint to the official narratives. His voice, at once wry and righteously indignant, cuts to the heart of the conflict's moral complexities. And in the posthumous 2016 film All Governments Lie: Truth, Deception, and the Spirit of I.F. Stone, the man himself takes center stage, his words and ideas serving as a clarion call for journalists to uphold the highest standards of their craft. Though he may not have been a traditional actor, I.F. Stone's commanding presence and unparalleled way with words made him a singular cinematic force. His documentaries stand as essential viewing for anyone seeking to understand the turbulent social and political upheavals of 20th century America – and to be inspired by the example of a true maverick who never flinched from speaking truth to power.