Double Agent
Double Agent

Double Agent

2003Movie125 minKorean

A North Korean diplomat defects to the South during the Cold War, but the South Koreans have their suspicions as to whether he is an actual defector or a double agent.

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IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes28%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users52%
Director: M. Night ShyamalanGenres: Thriller, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

A former CIA operative, Nate Price, is living a quiet life after being discharged due to a bungled operation. He's drawn back into the world of espionage when his former handler tasks him with a dangerous mission to infiltrate a terrorist organization. As Nate delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy that blurs the lines between ally and enemy, forcing him to question everything he thought he knew.

Critical Reception

Double Agent received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding the plot convoluted and the pacing inconsistent. While some performances were praised, the film was generally seen as a disappointing entry in M. Night Shyamalan's filmography, failing to live up to the expectations set by his earlier works.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a convoluted and predictable plot.
  • M. Night Shyamalan's signature twists are absent or fall flat.
  • Performances are adequate but can't salvage the weak script.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many finding the movie engaging enough for a one-time watch but criticizing its illogical plot points and unsatisfying conclusion. Some viewers appreciated the suspenseful elements and the performances of the lead actors.

Fun Fact

This film was originally intended to be a theatrical release but was ultimately re-edited and released as a direct-to-video movie.

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