About True Memoirs of an International Assassin

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About

True Memoirs of an International Assassin is an action comedy film released in 2016. Directed by Jeff Wadlow, the film stars Kevin James in the lead role of Sam Larson, a mild-mannered writer who becomes entangled in a dangerous plot when his fictional novel about an assassin is mistaken as a true story.

The plot revolves around Sam Larson, an aspiring author working as a desk-bound accountant. He dreams of becoming a successful novelist and decides to take inspiration from his active imagination for his next book. Sam writes a fictional memoir about an international assassin named Mason Carver. To make the book more believable, Sam travels to a tropical country to research the local criminal underworld.

However, things take a dramatic turn when Sam's publisher decides to release his book as a true story, leading to confusion and chaos. Suddenly, Sam finds himself being pursued by an actual assassin, drug lords, and a hired killer who believes he is the legendary Mason Carver. With his life turned upside down, Sam must navigate a dangerous world of real-life danger and prove his innocence.

Making / Production

True Memoirs of an International Assassin was produced by PalmStar Media and Broken Road Productions. The film was shot on location in the Dominican Republic. Director Jeff Wadlow worked closely with Kevin James to bring a unique blend of action and comedy to the screen. The film combines thrilling action sequences with comedic moments, showcasing the talents of Kevin James in a new light.

Actors

• Kevin James as Sam Larson / Mason Carver: Kevin James portrays the dual role of Sam Larson, a mild-mannered writer, and Mason Carver, the fictional international assassin. His comedic timing and physicality bring humor and charm to the character of Sam.
• Zulay Henao as Rosa Bolivar: Zulay Henao plays Rosa Bolivar, a local girl who Sam befriends during his research trip. Rosa becomes an integral part of Sam's journey, helping him navigate the dangerous world he finds himself in.
• Andy Garcia as El Toro: Andy Garcia portrays El Toro, a ruthless drug lord who gets tangled up in Sam's fictional world. Garcia's powerful presence and intensity add depth to the film's antagonist.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The original screenplay for True Memoirs of an International Assassin was written by Jeff Morris.
• The film was initially going to be released theatrically but was later acquired by Netflix for distribution.
• Kevin James underwent intense physical training to prepare for the action sequences in the film.

Awards

As of now, True Memoirs of an International Assassin has not won any major awards.

Quotes

• "I'm a writer, not a fighter." - Sam Larson
• "Life is either an adventure or it's nothing." - Sam Larson
• "The pen may be mightier than the sword, but in my case, both suck." - Sam Larson

Music / Soundtrack

• The film does not have an original score but features a selection of popular songs to enhance the comedic and action-packed scenes.
• Notable songs featured in the film include "Smooth Operator" by Sade and "Barracuda" by Heart.