Oscar Isaac's Overlooked Thriller Coming to Prime Video

The recent success of World War II movies has shown their popularity among older audiences. However, another movie that serves as a companion piece to these hits was perhaps ahead of its time. It's now heading to Prime Video, where fans might want to check it out. The movie follows a clandestine Mossad mission to apprehend Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann from South America and bring him to Israel to stand trial. Starring Oscar Isaac and Ben Kingsley, the movie also featured Mélanie Laurent, Lior Raz, Nick Kroll, and Haley Lu Richardson.

## What happened The movie in question was released theatrically in 2018 and underperformed at the box office. It was directed by Chris Weitz, who was coming off the critically acclaimed drama A Better Life. The story begins 15 years after the end of World War II, and almost as long since many of the most prominent Nazis were hanged in Nuremberg. However, several of Hitler's top lieutenants actually did return to their homes, burn their uniforms, and build new lives from the ashes of the world they had helped to destroy. The film's plot follows Peter Malkin, a German-born, Palestine-raised Jew with a hole in his heart and a license to kill, as he roams the European countryside, rooting out the surviving members of the S.S. The movie is based on the real Israeli mission of the same name. ## Why it matters The movie's release on Prime Video is significant because it provides an opportunity for fans of World War II movies to watch a companion piece to recent hits like Nuremberg and Pressure. The movie's themes of trauma, rage, and the hunt for Nazi war criminals are timely and thought-provoking. The movie's cast, including Oscar Isaac and Ben Kingsley, adds to its appeal. ## How to think about it To think about this movie, consider the historical context in which it was made and the themes it explores. The movie is a companion piece to recent World War II hits, and its release on Prime Video provides an opportunity for fans to watch a thought-provoking and timely thriller. ## FAQ