Operation Cicero
Operation Cicero

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Operation Cicero

2019
Movie
120 min
Turkish

Ilyas Bazna works as a butler in the British Embassy in Turkey during WW2. After Bazna starts to work as a German spy he is going to experience a series of unexpected events.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Serdar AkarGenres: Action, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In 1940s Istanbul, during World War II, a British spy named Cicero infiltrates the German embassy to steal classified documents. He becomes entangled with a beautiful Turkish dancer who holds secrets of her own. As loyalties are tested and betrayals loom, Cicero must navigate a dangerous game of espionage to protect himself and prevent vital intelligence from falling into the wrong hands.

Critical Reception

While 'Operation Cicero' aimed for a grand espionage thriller, it received a mixed reception. Critics noted its ambitious scope and historical setting but often pointed to pacing issues and a narrative that struggled to maintain consistent tension.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempt at a wartime spy thriller with a historical backdrop.

  • Criticized for uneven pacing and a plot that could have been tighter.

  • Some found the performances engaging, while others felt they didn't fully elevate the material.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on the historical figure of 'Cicero', a spy who allegedly sold secrets to the Nazis during World War II, though the movie takes significant creative liberties with the story and its setting.

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