The Secret Agent
1996
In 1880s London, pornographic bookseller Verloc is a double agent for the Russian government, providing information to Chief Inspector Heat about a lazy anarchist organization. In order for the anarchists to be arrested, an act of terrorism must occur. So Verloc decides to set up bombs – which leads to tragedy – not only for himself but also for his family, including wife Winnie and brother-in-law, Stevie.
Director:
Christopher Hampton
Writers:
Joseph Conrad, Christopher Hampton
Awards:
1 nomination total
Production:
N/A
Country:
United Kingdom
