One thing I don't quite understand

If the secret CIA sent the letter at the beginning saying his theory was unsubstantiated, why did they then shoot everyone? Why not just leave it at that letter, and everyone goes on with their lives, and the oil plot runs under the radar with none of the Literary Association any the wiser? The book people would have just moved on with their work, wouldn't they?

I still like it though. The sex scene was completely unnecessary but other than that it was compelling to watch.

7/10