A gripping spy thriller adaptation of a best-selling novel is set to captivate audiences on Film4 tonight, continuing John le Carré's successful transition from page to screen. Our Kind of Traitor, released in 2016, brings to life the intense world of international espionage with a star-studded cast and a plot full of suspenseful twists.
Plot and Cast Details
The film follows British academic Perry, portrayed by Ewan McGregor, and his barrister wife Gail, played by Naomie Harris, as their holiday in Morocco takes a dangerous turn. They befriend Dima, a charismatic money launderer for the Russian Mafia, brilliantly acted by Stellan Skarsgård. When Dima requests Perry's help to broker a deal with MI6, the couple is suddenly thrust into a high-stakes world of defection and deception, with Damian Lewis also featuring in a key role.
Critical and Fan Reception
Fan reviews on platforms like Rotten Tomatoes, where the film holds a 72 percent score, praise it as "dramatic, thrilling, and intense." One viewer noted, "I am so glad I chose to watch it rather than delete it. A really enjoyable movie." Another highlighted the "first class performances" and described it as "full of suspense."
Le Carré's involvement as co-author of the screenplay adds authenticity, with a fan remarking, "If he was happy with it, I won't complain." The film is compared to other spy classics, appealing to fans of The DaVinci Code and The Constant Gardener.
Why It's Worth Watching
With its gripping storyline and stellar cast, Our Kind of Traitor delivers a tense narrative about protecting loved ones from powerful criminal organizations. As one review sums up, "It's worth watching" for its solid script and character development.
The film airs on Film4 tonight at 11.25pm, offering a perfect late-night thriller for fans of the genre and le Carré's work alike.
