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He soon meets his match in a tenacious British intelligence officer who pursues him in a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase across Europe
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The Jackal is an elusive assassin who makes a living by carrying out assassinations for the highest fee. The novel “Day of the Jackal” was set in 1963 and involved an assassination attempt on the then President of France, Charles de Gaulle.
A remake of The Day of the Jackal (1973)
The show moves the setting to the present day. Eddie Redmayne excels in The Day of the Jackal, bringing depth and intensity to his role, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats at every turn.
Lashana Lynch, however, seems a bit of a mismatch in her role here
His performance elevates the story, adding layers of intrigue that make him a compelling protagonist. While talented, her performance doesn’t sync with Redmayne’s nuanced delivery, at times disrupting the flow and immersion.
A stronger protagonist would have elevated this
It makes you wonder about the casting choices – could a different pairing have made this an instant classic? A stronger balance between the protagonists could have brought the epic impact the story deserves.
Check out our November calendar for more!
A new season of “Silo” is one of the biggest TV and streaming premieres this month.
