Wild Horse Nine

Wild Horse Nine, directed by Martin McDonagh, is a political thriller with dark humor. John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell star as two CIA agents.

The story takes place shortly before the 1973 coup in Chile. CIA agents Chris and Lee are sent from Santiago to Easter Island by their boss, MJ. In the shadow of the island's famous statues, the longtime partners must confront a dark past and conspiracies that begin to come to light. Meanwhile, Chris's new bond with two rebellious students threatens to send everyone's stay in this remote paradise out of control.

The film had its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival, where audiences rewarded it with a 13-minute standing ovation. Malkovich, 72, who plays the lead role, wiped away tears of emotion. Critics have hailed his performance as “the role of a lifetime” and predict an Oscar for him.