THE FALCON AND THE SNOWMAN – Is it any good?

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THE FALCON AND THE SNOWMAN – Is it any good?

Join Dan and Tom as they answer this question about THE FALCON AND THE SNOWMAN: Is it any good?

This movie has a Rotten Tomatoes score of 83%, Therefore, this movie should be fantastic, right?

Well…

In this episode, we dive deep into the 1985 espionage drama THE FALCON AND THE SNOWMAN, starring Timothy Hutton and Sean Penn. Based on a true story, the movie explores Cold War paranoia, youthful rebellion, and the slippery slope of betrayal. But does it hold up today?

Some of the things we cover in this episode include:

  • The movie’s real-life origins and political backdrop
  • Performances that toe the line between idealism and madness
  • Symbolic props, thematic echoes, and narrative tension
  • Why this movie feels like a spiritual cousin to THREE DAYS OF THE CONDOR, THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD, and more.
  • It has an 83% RT score, but does the pacing work?
  • Timothy Hutton’s and Sean Penn’s performances
  • The supporting cast and crew
  • Score one for the score
  • In addition to CONDORS and FALCONS, we have MICE?
  • They used what to mix drinks? Does that work?
  • What works and what doesn’t?
  • Therefore, do Dan and Tom think this spy movie is worth watching?
  • And of course, there are more.

Whether you’re a spy movie aficionado or just curious about Cold War cinema, this episode unpacks the movie’s legacy, its flaws, and its eerie relevance.

Tell us what you think about the movie THE FALCON AND THE SNOWMAN – is it worth watching?

Had you seen this movie before listening to this episode?  If not, will you now? Had you heard of these real-life spies?   

Let us know your thoughts, ideas for future episodes, and what you think of this episode. Just drop us a note at info@spymovienavigator.com.  The more we hear from you, the better the show will surely be!  And we’ll give you a shout-out in a future episode!  

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