Atomic Blonde
In "Atomic Blonde," set against the backdrop of the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, Lorraine Broughton, an MI6 spy, is assigned to recover a valuable dossier containing the names of undercover agents. The document poses a significant threat to national security and must be retrieved before it falls into the wrong hands.
As Lorraine arrives in Berlin, she finds herself in a city teeming with danger. Her mission is further complicated when she discovers that a ruthless espionage ring is determined to eliminate anyone who possesses the dossier. With danger lurking at every corner, Lorraine must use all of her lethal skills and cunning to survive and complete her mission.
During her time in Berlin, Lorraine forms an uneasy alliance with David Percival (James McAvoy), a fellow MI6 agent stationed in the city. As the stakes escalate and the body count rises, Lorraine realizes that not everyone can be trusted, and betrayal may be lurking within her own ranks.
Lauded as one of the best female spy movies, the cinematography in "Atomic Blonde" does not disappoint, boasting a distinct visual style that further highliglhts the gritty and chaotic atmosphere of Berlin on the brink of change. The smart use of neon lighting and bold color palettes also adds to the film's noir-inspired aesthetics, which creates a visually striking feast that beckons our curious minds into the Cold War-era setting.
Release: 2017
Stars:Charlize Theron, James McAvoy, John Goodman
Rotten Tomatoes Score: 79%