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In State of Play, Movie with Ben Affleck and Russell Crowe. Congressman Stephen Collins, whose aide dies under suspicious circumstances. As McAffrey digs deeper, he faces numerous conflicts, including his past friendship with Collins and the pressures of big-money interests intertwined with politics. Affleck’s portrayal of Collins adds a layer of complexity to the narrative as his character battles personal scandals, conspiracies, and moral dilemmas. The film's central themes include journalistic integrity, political corruption, and the ethical lines often blurred in both fields.