A young broadcast journalism student is trying to win the approval of her influential mentor who pushes her to reconsider the meaning of truth if it means success.
Acting
Tracee Ellis Ross devours every scene as the ruthless mentor.
Direction
Helberg's debut simmers with controlled, suffocating tension.
Director
Roxine Helberg
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The title refers to broadcast jargon for unverified news read cold — a perfect metaphor for Mia's manufactured truths.
Tracee Ellis Ross specifically sought a morally gray role after years of comedic leads, calling Diane 'deliciously unforgivable.'
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