Sophisticated Spy Cinema and Romantic Politics

This chapter examines the films 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy' and 'The American President,' focusing on their distinct narrative styles and performances. It critiques the complexities and subtleties in 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy', while also exploring the charm and absurdities in the romantic political narrative of 'The American President'. The discussion highlights the representation of politics in film, addressing the idealized portrayals of characters and the need for deeper storytelling.