The Infiltrator (2016)

About The Infiltrator

The Infiltrator is a thrilling crime drama film based on the autobiography of the same name by Robert Mazur, a U.S. Customs special agent. Set in the 1980s, it tells the story of how Mazur helped bust Pablo Escobar's money-laundering organization by using his alias, "Bob Musella".

Making / Production

Directed by Brad Furman and written by Ellen Brown Furman, The Infiltrator was made with a high level of authenticity and detail. The film was shot in various real-world locations to elicit the historical context and nostalgia of the 80s.

Actors

• Bryan Cranston as Robert Mazur/Bob Musella. Cranston gives a riveting performance as the undercover agent, truly embodying the tension and danger that comes with living a double life.
• Diane Kruger as Kathy Ertz. Kruger plays an agent who pretends to be Mazur's fiancée in the operation, delivering a performance filled with vulnerability and strength.
• John Leguizamo as Emir Abreu. Leguizamo represents another facet of undercover work with his loose-cannon portrayal, adding an extra layer of unpredictability to the plot.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The real Robert Mazur served as a consultant on the film to ensure accuracy and authenticity.
• Bryan Cranston performed a lot of his own stunts in the movie.
• The film was officially selected for the 2016 Cannes Film Festival.

Quotes

• "Welcome to a life of crime."
• "Who the hell are you?" "I'm the guy who'll be watching."
• "Are we operational?" "We are operational."

Music, Soundtrack

• The film's score was composed by Chris Hajian, and the soundtrack includes period-appropriate songs from the 80s.
• Noteworthy tracks include "Little Lies" by Fleetwood Mac and "Tom Sawyer" by Rush.
• The emotional intensity of the plot is further accentuated by the strategic use of the movie's soundtrack.