It's difficult not to want Corbijn's mournful seriousness to ease up a bit. But The American is nevertheless transfixing in its weary, muted grace.
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This review of The American (2010) was written by Jake Coyle and published by Associated Press on 31 Aug 2010.
The American has generally received mixed reviews.
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