In the upcoming espionage thriller The Amateur (2025), Academy Award® winner Rami Malek portrays Charles Heller, a CIA cryptographer thrust into the dangerous world of field operations after a personal tragedy. When his wife, Sarah (Rachel Brosnahan), is killed in a London terrorist attack, Heller’s superiors choose not to act, prompting him to take matters into his own hands. He coerces the agency into training him, embarking on a perilous mission to hunt down those responsible.
Directed by James Hawes, The Amateur boasts a stellar cast, including Laurence Fishburne as Robert Henderson, the operative tasked with preparing Heller for his unsanctioned mission. The film delves into themes of vengeance, transformation, and the moral complexities of justice.
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Filming took place across various international locations, notably in London, England; Istanbul, Turkey; and parts of France. These diverse settings aim to provide an authentic backdrop to Heller’s global pursuit.
The Amateur is set to release in theaters on April 11, 2025.
