“The Amateur” Plot: A CIA cryptographer (Rami Melek) manages to blackmail his agency into training him to let him go after a group of terrorists who killed his wife.
Is Charlie An Amateur?
Charlie was an exceptionally skilled and sophisticated man, a necessity for someone entrusted with encrypting sensitive data for the CIA. His expertise was unmatched, a trait that had earned him respect among his peers. However, everything changed when he was summoned to the Deputy Director’s Office, where he was shown harrowing surveillance footage of his wife being taken hostage in the bustling streets of Paris, France. In that gut-wrenching moment, a wave of cold-blooded rage washed over him, igniting a fierce desire for brutal vengeance.
You Surprise Me, Charlie!
As we follow Charlie on his journey, we witness his incredible talent for decoding hidden messages and unraveling intricate puzzles. His passion for tackling challenges that others deemed impossible was evident; it was a thrill he thrived on. But now, amidst this turmoil, we are left wondering: was he simply “an amateur” playing a role within the CIA, or was he genuinely inexperienced in the true, perilous field of espionage, blinded by his emotions and unaware of the dangerous complexities surrounding him?
Coming Face-to-Face With Sarah Heller’s Killer
Driven by an overwhelming sense of grief and seething rage, Charlie immersed himself in a relentless quest to find the man who had so brutally taken his wife, Sarah, from him. As each day passed, his search for Horst Schiller, the man who had pulled the trigger on that tragic day, consumed him, leading him deeper into darkness. With every clue he pursued, Charlie found himself wandering into increasingly dangerous territories, where his desperation resulted in a trail of death—some of which were accidental, the byproducts of his fury, while others were coldly calculated acts of vengeance. Consumed by his need for justice, Charlie’s once gentle heart became more hardened with each confrontation, transforming him into a man unrecognizable even to himself.
Retribution Found for The Amateur!
After months of searching, Charlie finally confronted Schiller in a tense and dramatic encounter. As they faced each other, a crucial question emerged: Was Charlie genuinely capable of committing murder? This contemplation was particularly poignant considering that he had been told by friends and even professionals that he lacked the emotional capacity and resolve to take a life. The implications of this question were profound, inviting him to reflect deeply on his motivations, his humanity, and the choices he was willing to make in the name of vengeance.
About the Author
They’re saying this is a new “spy” movie; the new kind of Bond. They were right. 💯🔥
The CIA is otherwise known as spies – so, in that very obvious regard, then …YES!
Never underestimate some people’s skills is definitely what this movie shows! Rami Malek was perfect in this role. We need more movies where the hero outsmarts the villain with his just his wits alone! You never know what to expect.
Precisely! That’s what was done. He pretended to be “an amateur” to his bosses and outsmarted them all just like Henderson said! He only used the tactics he knew to get them right back. Never revealing his true motives. Outsmarting the ones who thought they held all the cards! That’s the way to do it & in the REAL world …that’s the way its done – NEVER show your hand!
Ohhh this one sounds intriguing!
Yeah, it’s really intriguing! Like “Snowden,” but way better!