Burn After Reading
dir. Ethan Coen
69
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When a disc containing memoirs of a former CIA analyst falls into the hands of gym employees, Linda and Chad, they see a chance to make enough money for Linda to have life-changing cosmetic surgery. Predictably, events whirl out of control for the duo, and those in their orbit.
Critics consensus
With Burn After Reading, the Coen Brothers have crafted another clever comedy/thriller with an outlandish plot and memorable characters.
Directed byEthan Coen, Joel Coen
StarringGeorge Clooney, Frances McDormand, Brad Pitt, John Malkovich, Tilda Swinton, Richard Jenkins
Written byJoel Coen, Ethan Coen
CinematographyEmmanuel Lubezki
EditingJoel Coen
MusicCarter Burwell
Burn After Reading
2008 · R · 1h 36m
Comedy, Drama
When a disc containing memoirs of a former CIA analyst falls into the hands of gym employees, Linda and Chad, they see a chance to make enough money for Linda to have life-changing cosmetic surgery. Predictably, events whirl out of control for the duo, and those in their orbit.
Our Verdict
69
Critics Consensus
With Burn After Reading, the Coen Brothers have crafted another clever comedy/thriller with an outlandish plot and memorable characters.
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