Company Man
Company Man

Company Man

2000Movie86 minEnglish

In the 1960's, a school teacher pretends to be a CIA spy to get his nagging wife off his back. He helps a Russian ballet dancer defect and is then sent to Cuba to locate "Agent X" for the CIA.

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes39%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users62%
Director: Peter AskinGenres: Comedy, Drama, War

Plot Summary

In 1950s Cuba, a lonely and ambitious American businessman, Alan, is eager to impress his superiors and secure a promotion. To do so, he becomes entangled in a bizarre and escalating series of events involving espionage, infidelity, and a local revolutionary who seems to know more than he should. As Alan tries to navigate the complex political climate and his own personal life, his actions lead to increasingly absurd and dangerous consequences.

Critical Reception

Company Man received a mixed reception from critics, who found its blend of political satire and dark comedy to be uneven. While some praised its unique premise and performances, others felt the film struggled to find a consistent tone and its satirical aims were not fully realized. Audiences were similarly divided.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film attempts a dark, satirical look at Cold War paranoia and corporate ambition.
  • Performances, particularly from John Turturro, are often highlighted as a strong point.
  • The narrative's tonal shifts and underdeveloped satire were a frequent point of criticism.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be an interesting, albeit flawed, dark comedy. Many appreciated the unique premise and the performances, but a significant portion felt the story was too convoluted or the humor didn't always land.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Havana, Cuba, adding an authentic backdrop to the Cold War-era setting.

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