The Informant
The Informant

The Informant

2013Movie116 minFrench

A story centered on a man who works as an informant for the French border patrol.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes79%
Metacritic60
Google Users64%
Director: Steven SoderberghGenres: Biography, Comedy, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

Mark Whitacre, a rising executive at agribusiness giant Archer Daniels Midland (ADM), becomes an informant for the FBI. He attempts to expose a massive price-fixing conspiracy within the company, but his own duplicitous nature and erratic behavior complicate the investigation. As the case escalates, Whitacre finds himself entangled in a web of lies, corporate espionage, and personal betrayals.

Critical Reception

The Informant! received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its darkly comedic tone, Soderbergh's distinctive direction, and Matt Damon's performance. Some found the film's narrative slightly unfocused, but most appreciated its satirical take on corporate greed and the absurdity of the situation.

What Reviewers Say

  • Matt Damon delivers a brilliantly awkward and funny performance.
  • Steven Soderbergh expertly blends dark comedy with a compelling true story.
  • The film's satirical edge and Soderbergh's confident direction are highlights.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film entertaining, appreciating Matt Damon's performance and the darkly humorous approach to a true story. Some viewers felt the plot could have been tighter, but the overall sentiment was positive.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the true story of Mark Whitacre, who was one of the highest-ranking executives to become an FBI informant.

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