John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell on ‘Wild Horse Nine’
The New York Times • • entertainment
Key Points:
- John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell, known for their iconic and complex roles, star together in the new dark comedy "Wild Horse Nine," directed by Martin McDonagh.
- The film centers on two jaded CIA agents, Chris (Malkovich) and Lee (Rockwell), navigating a critical mission from Santiago to Easter Island just before the 1973 Chilean coup.
- Chris is dying and possibly linked to a presidential assassination, while Lee must manage his volatile and talkative partner during the tense journey.
- "Wild Horse Nine" blends historical intrigue with McDonagh's signature dark humor, highlighting the actors' strengths in portraying morally ambiguous characters.
