The Tourist

A 2010 American romantic thriller directed by Florian Henckel von Donnersmarck, "The Tourist" is a remake of the 2005 French film "Anthony Zimmer." The story follows Frank Tupelo (Johnny Depp), a mild-mannered math teacher from Wisconsin, who meets the enigmatic British woman Elise Clifton-Ward (Angelina Jolie) on a train to Venice. Elise, under surveillance by both the police and a gangster named Reginald Shaw, uses Frank to mislead those pursuing her former lover, Alexander Pearce, a fugitive wanted for embezzlement and tax evasion. Their encounter leads to a series of dangerous escapades in Venice, involving chases, deception, and revelations. The film blends romance, comedy, and espionage thriller elements, set against the picturesque backdrop of Venice. Despite mixed critical reviews, it was nominated for three Golden Globe Awards and grossed over $278 million worldwide on a $100 million budget.