The American
The American

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The American

2006
Movie
56 min
Macedonian

Macedonian TV drama

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes56%
Metacritic61
Google Users65%
Director: Anton CorbijnGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

An enigmatic assassin known as 'Jack' accepts one final assignment to retire from his dangerous profession. He travels to a remote Italian village to build a custom-made rifle for a client. As he attempts to blend in and complete his task, he finds himself drawn to a local prostitute, leading him to question his life choices and confront potential betrayals.

Critical Reception

The American received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who praised George Clooney's performance and Anton Corbijn's atmospheric direction. However, some found the film's pacing too slow and the plot somewhat predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for George Clooney's stoic performance and Anton Corbijn's stylish direction.

  • Criticized by some for its deliberate pacing and minimal plot.

  • Appreciated for its visual aesthetic and suspenseful atmosphere.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be stylish and atmospheric, with many appreciating George Clooney's performance. Some viewers felt the plot was a bit slow and understated, but the overall sentiment was positive for its artistic qualities.

Fun Fact

George Clooney's character, Jack, has no dialogue in the first 30 minutes of the film, relying entirely on his presence and actions to convey the character's nature.

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