While I agree this film is not fast-paced, I don't think that detracts from its value. This film is about espionage, not quick action sequences, and the slow-burn fits. The ending was a little disappointing with regard to what I wanted for the characters and story, but it wasn't altogether unexpected or unrealistic, and it was foreshadowed enough to not have just come out of left field. Hoffman, Dafoe, and McAdams acted very well, and the rest of the cast did a nice job as well. It's a rather unassuming film, but it's not unworthy of praise. I can't say I would watch it again without a special reason, but I enjoyed watching it through once.
