Citizen Black (2004): cast, story & where to watch
2004 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2004, Citizen Black is a documentary film directed by Debbie Melnyk, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. This Canadian made documentary follows newspaper magnate Lord Conrad Black at one of the most tumultuous times of his life. A flamboyant and controversial individual, Black's publishing empire began with his takeover of the Daily Telegraph in 1985 and his publishing credentials include owning 60 percent of Canadian daily newspapers, founding the National Post, acquiring the Chicago Sun-Times, Jerusalem Post, Sydney Morning Herald, Melbourne's The Age and The Spectator among others. Black's personal life is no less contentious as he once famously sued the Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chretien to accept a British peerage and renounced his Canadian citizenship when he lost the lawsuit. While he once owned the fastest-growing press empire in the world - reputedly the third largest in the world this documentary follows Black at the point where his publishing empire is crumbling.
Who’s in it. Citizen Black stars Conrad Black.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Citizen Black sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Citizen Black page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Citizen Black (2004)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Citizen Black change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Citizen Black worth watching?
- Citizen Black holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Citizen Black?
- Citizen Black stars Conrad Black.
- When was Citizen Black released?
- Citizen Black was released in 2004, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.