# Chappaquiddick (2018)

> A sober political thriller reconstructing the Chappaquiddick tragedy and the power structures that shaped its aftermath.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/291456

## Facts

- Runtime: 107 min
- Genres: History, Drama, Thriller
- Director: John Curran
- Cast: Jason Clarke, Kate Mara, Ed Helms, Bruce Dern, Jim Gaffigan, Olivia Thirlby, Clancy Brown, Taylor Nichols
- TMDB rating: 6.1/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5270948/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: mild
- Mood: sober, mournful, tense, historical drama night, political thriller marathon

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