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All rights reserved.| Movie Description Director Sidney Pollack's diverse career sees him returning to familiar ground with THE INTERPRETER. Crafted from the same mould that saw Pollack produce the superlative political thriller THREE DAYS OF THE CONDOR (1975), Nicole Kidman and Sean Penn star in a film riddled with subterfuge, recriminations, and deadly secrets. Kidman plays Silvia Broome, an interpreter who works at the UN in New York City. One night, while collecting a bag she has left behind in the building, Silvia overhears a whispered conversation in which an assassination attempt on a redoubtable African leader, named Zuwanie (Earl Cameron), is planned during his future visit to the UN. Secret service agent Tobin Keller (Penn) is assigned to provide security for Zuwanie on the forthcoming trip, and conducts an investigation when Silvia explains what she has heard. He quickly discovers that Silvia has a lengthy, troubled past as a citizen from the same country as Zuwanie, and immediately doubts her story. A series of frantic, fast-paced set pieces ensue, with Pollack beautifully capturing the architectural wonder of the UN, and staging some breathtaking scenes all over the city. Much has been made of THE INTERPRETER'S status as the first film to be shot inside the UN, and it's to Pollack's credit that he wasn't overawed by such a prospect. Making full use of the building, the director highlights the hustle and bustle of a typical day at the UN, while also shooting eerily silent late night scenes among the famous halls and corridors. As Pollack piles on the tension, Penn and Kidman deliver exemplary performances alongside a prodigious supporting cast, who do justice to an intelligently written plot designed to keep viewers guessing right up until the final moments of the film.
Editorial Reviews Uncut - Adam Sweeting (05/01/2005) Entertainment Weekly - Lisa Schwarzbaum (04/29/2005) USA Today - Mike Clark (04/22/2005) Rolling Stone - Peter Travers (05/05/2005) Premiere - Sara Brady (11/01/2005) | Find errors in the product description? Submit a catalog update request now. | ||||||||||
Reviews Review created: 05/10/08 by: This is absolutely one of the best movies I have ever seen! It is a movie you can watch over and over and pick up things you missed the time before. Nicole Kidman is fantastic, as always, as is Sean Penn. This movie has so much suspense, but pay attention! It moves fast and can leave you behind! That's why I bought this DVD. Review ID: 10000000007115467 Was this review helpful? Report this review Review created: 04/26/08(updated 04/26/08) by: An intelligent film that keeps you guessing the whole way. Nicole Kidman does some of her best work here, and Sean Penn is always excellent. Well worth seeing, you won't be able to leave your seat! Review ID: 10000000006867525 Was this review helpful? Report this review Great action. A movie lover must have. Nicole and Penn were awesome, good acting, reminds you why those two are on the A-list. Review ID: 10000000004598980 Was this review helpful? Report this review Review created: 07/09/07 by: I liked the movie, it was a suspense. It was a good movie. I like Sean Pean, just another movie with him was good to see. Review ID: 10000000003989075 Was this review helpful? Report this review I really enjoyed the movie, but you do have to pay attention to every detail. Both actors (Kidman and Penn) gave a great performance... Review ID: 10000000001254450 Was this review helpful? Report this review |
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