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'The Agency' Review: Michael Fassbender and Richard Gere Are Sad Spies
IndieWireStory by Ben Travers
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Showtime's cerebral spy thriller 'The Agency' wrestles with the paradox of trust, as a CIA agent's passionate affair intertwines with international intrigue.
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- Michael Fassbender and Richard Gere deliver powerhouse performances as the emotionally conflicted spies at the heart of the show's complex narrative.
- With a stacked ensemble cast including Jeffrey Wright, Jodie Turner-Smith, and John Magaro, the series puts a fresh spin on the 'Homeland' formula, exploring the blurred lines between professional duty and personal desire.
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Michael Fassbender, Richard Gere, Jeffrey Wright, Jodie Turner-Smith, John Magaro, Showtime, The Agency