The Interpreter
The film takes place at the United Nations in New York City – this is the first movie ever allowed to film inside the building. Silvia Broome (Kidman) is a South African UN interpreter who overhears an assassination plot on a visiting African dictator.
Secret Service Agent Keller (Penn) is assigned to investigate the case. Soon you find out that Silvia’s concealed past is connected with this dictator and she becomes a suspect. As the film progresses, you learn that Broome and Keller have a lot more in common than first thought.
Sydney Pollack has engaged some very intense and emotional performances from these stars. The non-stop action and mounting questions captures you from beginning to end. The behind-the-scenes look at the UN adds to the mystery. Even finishing at over two hours, you’ll be feeling the need to see it again to answer some missed questions or remind yourself of the brilliant performances.