Hinckley
“Assassin. Musician. Criminal. Dreamer. Stalker. Patient. Villain. Loner. Artist. Free.”
Synopsis
In March 1981, inspired by a dangerous obsession with the film Taxi Driver and actress Jodie Foster, a man named John Hinckley tried to assassinate President Ronald Reagan. The attack shocked the world and forever changed American history. Found not guilty by reason of insanity, Hinckley spent thirty-five years in a psychiatric hospital. Nearly 40 years later, a judge granted him his unconditional release. HINCKLEY presents an unsparing profile of a man whose shocking act of political violence forever changed a nation and still resonates today. It examines Hinckley's troubled early life, his obsessions and other attempts at assassination, the leadup and aftermath of his attack on Reagan, and whether or not redemption is possible for one of America's most infamous men, especially in a nation deeply divided by politics and gripped by gun violence.
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Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-07-19
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Neil McGregor
- Original Score
- Kim Allen Kluge, Kathryn Kluge
- Original Title
- Hinckley
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Glass Engine, Screen Queensland, Dreadnought Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Neil McGregor
Kim Allen Kluge, Kathryn Kluge
Simon Christidis
Navaz Illava, Jordan Jeynes
Neil McGregor, Lucy Becker
Department Leadership Roster
Neil McGregor
Director
Navaz Illava
Editor
Jordan Jeynes
Editor
Simon Christidis
Director of Photography
Neil McGregor
Producer
Lucy Becker
Producer
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International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
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What is Hinckley about?
In March 1981, inspired by a dangerous obsession with the film Taxi Driver and actress Jodie Foster, a man named John Hinckley tried to assassinate President Ronald Reagan. The attack shocked the world and forever changed American history. Found not guilty by reason of insanity, Hinckley spent thirty-five years in a psychiatric hospital. Nearly 40 years later, a judge granted him his unconditional release. HINCKLEY presents an unsparing profile of a man whose shocking act of political violence forever changed a nation and still resonates today. It examines Hinckley's troubled early life, his obsessions and other attempts at assassination, the leadup and aftermath of his attack on Reagan, and whether or not redemption is possible for one of America's most infamous men, especially in a nation deeply divided by politics and gripped by gun violence.
Who directed Hinckley?
Hinckley was directed by Neil McGregor.
Who stars in Hinckley?
The principal cast of Hinckley includes John Hinckley Jr., Jodie Foster, Ronald Reagan, Jimmy Carter, Ted Bundy.
When was Hinckley released and how long is it?
Hinckley was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Hinckley?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Hinckley was composed by Kim Allen Kluge, Kathryn Kluge.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Hinckley?
Hinckley holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.).