Black Bag Blu-ray Review: Spy Thriller With Style, Smarts & Twists
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A smart, stylish spy thriller with killer sound - but light on extras.
Izola from FlickDirect reviews the Blu-ray release of Black Bag, a modern spy thriller starring Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett. Is it too clever for its own good, or a must-own for fans of smart espionage films?
In this spoiler-free review, Izola breaks down the movie’s plot, visual style, sound quality, and bonus features (or lack thereof). With nods to spy classics and a noir-modern twist, Black Bag brings tension, clever writing, and standout performances. While the extras fall flat, the film itself earns a solid 3.5/5 and is recommended for genre fans.
- Release Date: May 13
- Starring: Michael Fassbender, Cate Blanchett
- Studio: Focus Features
- Blu-ray Audio: Dolby TrueHD 5.1
- Overall Rating: B / 4 out of 5
- Audio Rating: 5/5
- Visuals: 4.5/5
- Extras: 1.5/5
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ABOUT BLACK BAG
From Director Steven Soderbergh, Black Bag is a gripping spy drama about legendary intelligence agent George Woodhouse and his beloved wife Kathryn. When she is suspected of betraying the nation, George faces the ultimate test – loyalty to his marriage or country.
Directed By: Steven Soderbergh
MPAA Rating: R
Genre: Drama
Running Time: 93 minutes
Distributed By: Focus Features
Black Bag is © Focus Features. All Rights Reserved.