I wanted to revisit this film, (I saw it twice in theatres, now introducing it to my wife), because it is a lot of fun and it has a great cast that is perfectly suited for the action adventure crafted by co-writer and director Guy Ritchie. Henry Cavill (DC’s Superman) plays an American spy working with a Russian spy played by Armie Hammer (Call Me by Your Name), to stop an evil organization from acquiring nuclear weapons in the 1960s. Completing the trio of lead stars is Alicia Vikander who plays a key part of their adventure and adds a needed spark to the competing spies. Mixing stylish action, (similar to Ritchie’s Sherlock Holmes series with Robert Downey Jr.), period perfect costumes, (everyone is eye catching and fashionable), and a clever, charming sense of humour throughout, The Man from U.N.C.L.E. is a well made film. Based on a television series that ran 105 episodes from 1964-68, the film was shot in both the UK and Italy, giving the film an authentic European feel and settings that add to the feel of a spy thriller. I really enjoyed the sense of humor of the film that included quick cuts accenting one liners and action, and keep your eyes on the background too, Ritchie knows how to fill a screen. Also enjoyed the action scenes and gadgets, with everyone getting a turn to look cool. Before this film, Ritchie made his second Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows, (a third with his involvement is rumoured), and next made King Arthur: Legend of the Sword. Cavill made this after his first outing as Superman in Man of Steel, Hammer was previously in The Lone Ranger with Johnny Depp, and Vikander was previously in The Danish Girl (winning an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress).

The Man from U.N.C.L.E.

IMDB

2015, PG, 1h 56m