The Amateur
by Charles Jarrott
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Actor: Arthur Hill, Christopher Plummer, John Savage, Marthe Keller, Nicholas CampbellDirector: Charles Jarrott
Cinematographer: John Coquillon
Producer: Andrew G. Vajna
Producer: Garth H. Drabinsky
Producer: Joel B. Michaels
Producer: Mario Kassar
Writer: Diana Maddox
Writer: Robert Littell
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language)
Format: Color, DVD, NTSC, Widescreen
Picture Format: 1.85:1
Running Time: 112 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2005-07-26
Audience Rating: R (Restricted)
Studio: Starz / Anchor Bay
Movie Reviews of The Amateur
Movie Review: Finally on DVD! A superb film about international espionage
Summary: 5 Stars
This is one of my all-time favorite spy flicks, and it is great that it is finally on DVD. This one was produced during the bad old days of the Cold War, but it still has relevance today, as it deals strongly with the subject of international terrorism, albeit of the Bader-Meinhoff gang variety rather than Islamofascism. No matter. This is a really fine film that most will enjoy.
The political message of this film is a bit disappointing, but never let it be said that I allow that to get in the way of enjoying a good film. John Savage, as the protagonist in this film, does a bang-up job, and I am surprised that this talented actor did not get more roles of this type.
This film features really good Cold War nostalgia, and has the effect of transporting the viewer back to Cold War Eastern Europe. Christopher Plummer, always a superb character actor, turns in a fine performance as the Czech counterespionage chief.
This is a fine film that anyone who likes spy flicks will want to pick up immediately, and view repeatedly. Highly recommended.
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