Condor
Operation Condor was a secret agreement between the military dictatorships of the Southern Cone in the 1970s, with the knowledge of the CIA. These governments to shared information and violently repressed suspected left-wing subversives.
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Plot Summary
Based on the 1975 novel of the same name, the series follows Joe Turner, a CIA analyst who uncovers a plot that puts his own life in danger. Forced to go on the run, he must use his skills to expose the conspiracy and clear his name. The series is a modern reimagining of the classic paranoia-thriller.
Critical Reception
Condor (2007) was a television film, not a series, and was a remake of the 1975 film 'Three Days of the Condor'. The 2018 EPIX television series also titled 'Condor' is the one that typically garners discussion and reviews. The 2007 film adaptation received mixed to negative reviews, often criticized for not living up to the original.
What Reviewers Say
- Often considered a pale imitation of the 1975 original.
- Lacked the tension and nuanced performances of its predecessor.
- A forgettable thriller that adds little to the spy genre.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for the 2007 film 'Condor' is not readily available. Audience reception was generally lukewarm, with many preferring the original film.
Fun Fact
The 2007 film 'Condor' was based on the same novel, 'Six Days of the Condor' by James Grady, that inspired the acclaimed 1975 film 'Three Days of the Condor'.
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