Black Bag (2025)

Slick, Weird and Razor Sharp - Black Bag review by griggs

Black Bag is classic Soderbergh—slick, weird, and hard to pin down. It’s not quite a thriller, not quite a comedy, but more of a chaotic spy procedural where nothing really adds up. It’s fun to watch it all unfold. The script is razor-sharp and full of quick, clever and funny dialogue.

Michael Fassbender is back in his The Killer automaton mode—cold, efficient, and slightly terrifying—while Cate Blanchett chews up every scene ably supported by the superb Tom Burke, Naomie Harris while Pierce Brosnan reminds us he still oozes charisma even if it is with a sinister edge. It’s a film bursting with talent but never hits as hard as it should. Still, you could do much worse if you’re up for a stylish, oddball romp with a great cast.