Its intentions are sometimes easier to appreciate than its execution, but The Public remains an earnest and reasonably engaging social advocacy drama. Read critic reviews
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Its intentions are sometimes easier to appreciate than its execution, but The Public remains an earnest and reasonably engaging social advocacy drama. Read critic reviews
An act of civil disobedience turns into a standoff with police when homeless people in Cincinnati take over the public library to seek shelter from the bitter cold.
Rating: PG-13 (Nudity|Language|Some Suggestive Content|Thematic Material)
Genre: Drama
Original Language: English
Director: Emilio Estevez
Producer: Lisa Niedenthal, Alex Lebovici, Steve Ponce
Writer: Emilio Estevez
Release Date (Theaters): limited
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Box Office (Gross USA): $571.2K
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Distributor: Greenwich Entertainment
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)
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