Defence of the Realm
Taut political thriller which presents a disturbing account of British official secrecy. Ambitious journalist Nick Mullen gets the story of a lifetime when an anonymous tip-off leads him to uncover a scandal involving an opposition MP, a call girl and an East German agent. Ultimately it leads Mullen to challenge the Official Secrets Act, propelling him into a sinister government plot.
Starring
Gabriel Byrne, Greta Scacchi, Denholm Elliott
Director
David Drury