Anna

In 1990s Moscow, Anna Poliatova is a captivating young woman with a hidden talent for combat. Recruited by the KGB, she is trained as a deadly assassin, operating under deep cover with a license to kill. Juggling her dangerous assignments with a blossoming romance, Anna must outwit both the KGB and the CIA to survive and carve out her own destiny.

Anna received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its stylish action sequences and lead performance, but criticism for its convoluted plot and uneven pacing. Audiences generally had a more favorable response, appreciating the action and twists.

• Praise for its slick action choreography and Sasha Luss's compelling performance.

• Criticism for a convoluted narrative and predictable plot twists.

• Appreciated for its visual flair and blend of espionage thriller with elements of romance.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's engaging action, stylish direction, and strong lead actress. Some viewers found the plot a bit confusing with its non-linear storytelling, but overall, it was considered an entertaining and visually impressive thriller.

Director Luc Besson wrote the screenplay for 'Anna' five years before it was filmed, initially intending it as a vehicle for a different actress before Sasha Luss auditioned.