I can’t believe its less than a month away. We usually only posts TV spots for films we are really looking forward to and Anton Corbijn’s The American would fall under that category. It also gives me another chance to show off that badass poster below. The film stars George Clooney, Bruce Altman, Thekla Reuten, Paolo Bonacelli and Violante Placido. Check out the quick spot below.
Plot: Alone among assassins, Jack is a master craftsman. When a job in Sweden ends more harshly than expected for this American abroad, he vows to his contact Larry that his next assignment will be his last. Jack reports to the Italian countryside, where he holes up in a small town and relishes being away from death for a spell. The assignment, as specified by a Belgian woman, Mathilde, is in the offing as a weapon is constructed. Surprising himself, Jack seeks out the friendship of local priest Father Benedetto and pursues romance with local woman Clara. But by stepping out of the shadows, Jack may be tempting fate.
Hollywood Elsewhere is also reporting the film will not be at Venice Film Festival as previously reported by Variety. Venice begins Sept. 1st so it makes sense if you check out the opening date below.
The American hits theaters Sept. 1st via Focus Features.
What do you think of The American spot? Will you be seeing it in a month?