The Courier
The Courier

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The Courier

2019
Movie
99 min
English

Ezekiel Mannings, a vicious crime boss, is out to kill Nick, the lone witness set to testify against him. He hires a mysterious female motorcycle courier to unknowingly deliver a poison-gas bomb to slay Nick, but after she rescues Nick from certain death, the duo must confront an army of ruthless hired killers in order to survive the night.

Insights

IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes74%
Metacritic60/100
Google Users79%
Director: Dominic CookeGenres: Biography, Drama, History, Thriller, War

Plot Summary

In the midst of the Cold War, a British businessman is recruited by MI6 to smuggle vital information from the Soviet Union. He forms an unlikely partnership with a Soviet intelligence officer, leading to a dangerous game of espionage and trust. Their missions become increasingly perilous as they navigate the treacherous political landscape, risking their lives and families for the sake of global peace.

Critical Reception

The Courier received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its suspenseful storytelling, strong performances from the lead actors, and historical accuracy. The film was commended for its ability to balance intense thriller elements with a compelling character-driven narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Benedict Cumberbatch's compelling performance as Greville Wynne.

  • The film effectively captures the tension and paranoia of the Cold War era.

  • Appreciated for its blend of historical drama and espionage thriller elements.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's engaging plot and the strong chemistry between the lead actors. Many found it to be a well-made and historically interesting spy thriller that kept them on the edge of their seats.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the true story of Greville Wynne, a British businessman who was recruited by MI6 to act as a bridge between the two governments during the Cuban Missile Crisis.

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2 reviews
r96sk

r96sk

Olga Kurylenko almost makes it work. Almost. <em>'The Courier'</em> makes for disappointing viewing, there isn't an element of it that I personally could file under 'good'. The aforementioned Kurylenko does try and her character is almos...

JPV852

JPV852

Half decent action-thriller though the dialogue was poor and the performance by the lead henchman (played by William Moseley), a proxy antagonist with Gary Oldman's character under "house arrest", was awful and came across as a whiny bitch ...