Allied

Synopsis

In the midst of World War II, intelligence officer Max Vatan encounters French Resistance fighter Marianne Beauséjour in North Africa. As they team up for a deadly mission to assassinate a German official, they fall in love and move to London. However, their relationship faces challenges when Max is informed that Marianne may be a double agent working for the enemy. Amidst suspicion and betrayal, Max must make a difficult decision that will test his loyalty, love, and trust. Directed by Robert Zemeckis and starring Brad Pitt, 'Allied' is a gripping tale of espionage, romance, and the ultimate test of faith.

Cast

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  Brad Pitt

  Max Vatan

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  Marion Cotillard

  Marianne Beauséjour

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  Jared Harris

  Frank Heslop

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  Simon McBurney

  S.O.E. Official

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  Lizzy Caplan

  Bridget Vatan

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  Daniel Betts

  George Kavanagh

Reviews

Despite its talented cast and captivating premise, 'Allied' fails to fully live up to its potential, receiving mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film for its stylish production design and strong performances from Brad Pitt and Marion Cotillard, others criticized the pacing and lack of emotional depth. Rotten Tomatoes gave the movie a rating of 60%, with the consensus stating 'Allied is held together by the strength of its leads but ultimately let down by its superficial treatment of the story.' IMDb users rated the film 7.1/10, appreciating the chemistry between Pitt and Cotillard but feeling that the plot lacked cohesion. Metacritic also awarded 'Allied' a score of 60/100, highlighting the film's visual appeal but pointing out inconsistencies in its storytelling. Overall, 'Allied' offers a visually stunning and well-acted experience, albeit with some narrative shortcomings.