Matt Smith’s forgotten thriller is on TV tonight
As a fan who has been following Matt Smith’s career since his days as Doctor Who, it is always a treat to see him take on new roles outside of the fantasy realm. In tonight’s ITV1 airing of Official Secrets, he plays real-life British journalist Martin Bright, a role that showcases his versatility as an actor.
During the intensifying battle within House Targaryen in season 2 of House of the Dragon, take a break and catch Matt Smith portraying another character instead.
In the 2019 political thriller “Official Secrets,” the actor portrays Martin Bright, a real-life British journalist. This movie will be broadcasted on ITV1 at 11:05 PM tonight (August 2).
If you’ve got something scheduled for tonight yet don’t want to miss out, consider renting or purchasing it digitally from platforms like Amazon or iTunes, as well as other digital vendors.
In addition to Keira Knightley and Ralph Fiennes, this movie features Matthew Goode from Downton Abbey, Indira Varma who played a role in Game of Thrones, as well as Rhys Ifans, another cast member from House of the Dragon alongside Smith.
The film “Official Secrets,” released in 2019, is inspired by a real-life event detailed in Marcia Mitchell and Thomas Mitchell’s book “The Spy Who Tried to Stop a War“. This movie tells the story of Katharine Gun (played by Knightley), a British intelligence worker, who bravely chooses to go against her government for the greater good.
In the year 2003, I find myself privy to a memo from the National Security Agency (NSA), revealing that Britain is being enlisted by the United States to gather incriminating details on members of the United Nations Security Council.
In this scenario, their objective is to coerce them into supporting a military action against Iraq through extortion. Unwilling to involve her nation in a violent conflict in the Middle East, Gun elects to expose the secret memo to the media. The document eventually lands with Martin Bright, a journalist from The Observer.
In the director’s chair for that film was Gavin Hood, who also collaborated on the script with Gregory Bernstein and Sara Bernstein in a joint effort. (X-Men Origins: Wolverine)
Debuted during summer 2019, the film “Official Secrets” garnered favorable reviews, evidenced by its commendable 82% rating (based on 168 reviews) on Rotten Tomatoes. Remarkably, its audience score is even higher at 89%, with viewers captivated by the film’s true narrative and Keira Knightley’s compelling portrayal.
During a chat with The Guardian in September 2019, Knightley shared insights on her encounter with the actual Katherine Gun and her preparations for portraying her character.
She joined me for lunch one time and later visited the film set just once. I found her quite endearing. However, as Gavin Hood, our director, mentioned, there was no need to develop a specific portrayal of her.
As someone who has spent my entire life surrounded by a melting pot of cultures and backgrounds, I find it intriguing when I encounter individuals with unique accents that tell a story of their origins. Take my friend, for instance, who grew up in Taiwan. Her accent is captivating and sets her apart from the rest. It’s a constant reminder of the richness of experiences that our world has to offer.
I find it truly astounding how distinct Katharine’s perspective is. When portraying her character, conveying that unique viewpoint was absolutely crucial. This story is told from her eyes, and her life experiences have undeniably shaped that perspective in a way that makes it both captivating and relatable. It’s a testament to the power of personal experience in shaping our understanding of the world around us.
Official Secrets is airing on ITV1 at 11.05pm tonight (August 2).
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2024-08-02 09:19