Allied

A 2016 American-British romantic war thriller directed by Robert Zemeckis and written by Steven Knight. The film follows Canadian intelligence officer Max Vatan (Brad Pitt), who, in 1942, is assigned a mission in Casablanca to assassinate a German ambassador. There, he meets French Resistance fighter Marianne Beauséjour (Marion Cotillard), and together they pose as a married couple to execute the mission. Their professional relationship evolves into genuine love, leading them to reunite in London, marry, and have a child. However, Max is later informed that Marianne might be a German spy and is ordered to eliminate her if the suspicion proves true. Torn between duty and love, Max embarks on his own investigation to uncover the truth, risking his career and life. The film blends elements of espionage thriller, romantic drama, and war cinema, creating a tense atmosphere of mistrust and betrayal. The supporting cast includes Jared Harris, Simon McBurney, and Lizzy Caplan. Despite high production values, including costumes by Joanna Johnston and a score by Alan Silvestri, the film received mixed reviews from critics and was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Costume Design. With a budget ranging from $85 to $113 million, it grossed approximately $119 million worldwide, rendering it a commercial disappointment.