Truth

Audience emotional responses for 'Truth' are primarily driven by the dramatic and historical recounting of the 'Rathergate' controversy. Viewers experience significant Sadness and Melancholy due to the professional and reputational downfall of the protagonists. Strong Empathy is felt for Mary Mapes and Dan Rather as they face intense scrutiny and a perceived injustice. Anxiety builds as the pressure mounts on the CBS News team, while Anger and Disgust are directed towards the forces that suppress truth and lead to the journalists' demise. Despite the negative outcome, there is an underlying sense of Inspiration from their courage and dedication to journalistic integrity, alongside Curiosity about the complex facts of the case and some Confusion regarding the conflicting narratives.