Black Bag – Movie Review
First Reaction – Black Bag a superb tense thriller.
Director: Steven Soderbergh
Writer: David Koepp (Screenplay)
Cast
- Michael Fassbender (The Killer)
- Cate Blanchett (Elizabeth)
- Marisa Abela (Back to Black)
- Tom Burke (Furiosa)
- Rege-Jean Page (Bridgerton)
- Pierce Brosnan (GoldenEye)
- Naomie Harris (28 Days Later)
Plot: When intelligence agent Kathryn Woodhouse is suspected of betraying the nation, her husband – also a legendary agent – faces the ultimate test of whether to be loyal to his marriage, or his country.
Runtime: 1 Hour 33 Minutes
There may be spoilers in the rest of the review
Story: Black Bag starts when intelligence agent George Woodhouse (Fassbender) receives news of a traitor in his department. One of the suspects is his wife Kathryn (Blanchett) and also includes friends Freddie (Burke), James (Page), Clarissa (Abela) and Zoe (Harris).
George uses his expert skills of reading people to study the suspects and uncover a bigger mystery. However, it puts everything he has worked so far for at risk.
Verdict on Black Bag
Recap
The movie follows an intelligence agent who must figure out who the traitor in his department is. He must investigate his wife and closest friends in search of answers. However, the truth puts his career in danger.
Best Parts
The performances are fantastic from the whole cast. We are kept on the edge of our seats from start to finish as we wonder who the traitor is. The runtime keeps everything feeling tight, contained and to the point. If you want a perfect example of a spy thriller, this is that movie.
Final Thoughts –Black Bag is a perfect example of an enjoyable thriller.
