Steven Soderbergh’s Black Bag isn’t just a spy thriller—it’s a masterclass in sleek, sexy, and intelligent filmmaking. With razor-sharp dialogue, visually stunning compositions, and a cast delivering powerhouse performances, Soderbergh crafts a polished and playfully intricate espionage thriller.

The story follows George Woodhouse (Michael Fassbender), a British intelligence officer tasked with identifying a mole within his own ranks. His investigation takes a particularly personal turn when one of the prime suspects happens to be his own wife, Kathryn (a brunette Cate Blanchett is her most femme fatale role yet). What unfolds is a sophisticated game of deception, where truth is a luxury and betrayal lurks in every whispered conversation.

Soderbergh keeps the pacing tight as he blends classic spy intrigue with moments of biting wit. This isn’t your standard action-packed espionage flick—it’s a chess match played with cocktails in hand, where every glance and double entendre carries weight,...