The American with George Clooney

The film critic Clint O'Connor recently wrote a review on this action packed thriller. Of course, I am partial to George and was interested in what Clint had to say. His take is that this suspenseful ride just keeps getting better and better, and suggests you not come late. There is a tone and mix of styles. It is a throwback of the 70's thrillers with the likes of Clint Eastwood and Steve McQueen, that delve into the intrigue of espionage. There is the expected, guns, beautiful women, gorgeous settings, all wrapped in mystery. "The American" is the character of Jack, as he runs from the trouble in Sweden to a small Italian village to hide out as a photographer. We know nothing of his background other than he is a pretty good assassin. He works for one group, while the opposing group sends someone after Jack. So, instead of the hunter, he becomes the hunted. He then gets an assignment to help a female counterpart, falls under the charms of a call girl and has conversations with a local priest. The "American" is directed by the great Anton Corbijn, who takes great care in his characters as well as the landscape. He shows the contrast from the stark cold and whiteness of Sweden to the warm, rich colors and coziness of Castel del Monte. Clint O'Connor completes his review with this quote, "It's such a pleasure to be in the capable hands of pros like Corbijn and Clooney, The style and cleverness they bring to "The American" are rarely glimpsed these days."       www.bornfreetravel.com