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'The Office' creators deliver 'The Paper,' a sharp mockumentary about journalism

By David Bianculli

Published September 9, 2025 at 10:54 AM EDT

The issues facing journalism these days — from online clickbait to corporate interference — run throughout The Paper. But it's primarily a comedy, with characters and actors that will win you over.

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David Bianculli

David Bianculli is a guest host and TV critic on NPR's Fresh Air with Terry Gross. A contributor to the show since its inception, he has been a TV critic since 1975.