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Talk Radio Premieres in Theaters - December 21, 1988

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On this day, December 21, 1988, Talk Radio premiered in theaters. Directed by Oliver Stone, the film stars Eric Bogosian as Barry Champlain, a controversial late-night talk show host whose confrontational style and personal demons spiral out of control as he prepares for his show’s national syndication.

Based on Bogosian’s Pulitzer-nominated play and inspired by the real-life story of radio host Alan Berg, Talk Radio delivers an intense and thought-provoking exploration of free speech, media influence, and personal vulnerability. Despite its modest box office gross of $3.4 million on a $4 million budget, the film has been praised for its gripping performances and sharp dialogue.
 
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