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Fact vs. Fiction
- All the President's Men is impactful, but it's fictionalized for dramatic effect.
- The character Deep Throat and his iconic line, "Follow the money," were fabricated by screenwriter William Goldman.
Holbrook's Deep Throat
- Actor Hal Holbrook almost declined the role of Deep Throat due to its limited screen time.
- Robert Redford convinced him, predicting the role's enduring impact, which proved true.
Deep Throat's Moral Struggle
- The film constructs Deep Throat's motivation around a moral dilemma, enhancing the narrative.
- This powerful motive remained unchallenged for 30 years, contributing to the Deep Throat myth.