Burn After Reading

2008

ComedyDrama

When a disc containing memoirs of a former CIA analyst falls into the hands of gym employees, Linda and Chad, they see a chance to make enough money for Linda to have life-changing cosmetic surgery. Predictably, events whirl out of control for the duo, and those in their orbit.

"Intelligence is relative."

Rating

6.657
4842 votes

Popularity

8.459

Origin & Countries

US | en | United States of America,United Kingdom,France

Production

Focus Features,StudioCanal,Relativity Media,Working Title Films,Mike Zoss Productions

Runtime

96 min.

Budget (M$)

163.7 / 37ROI 442%

Status

Released

Release: 9/5/2008

Credits

Burn After Reading

Ethan CoenDirector

Burn After Reading

George ClooneyHarry Pfarrer

Burn After Reading

Frances McDormandLinda Litzke

Burn After Reading

Brad PittChad Feldheimer

Burn After Reading

John MalkovichOsborne Cox

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Reviews

Bazzjazz

5/22/2018

8 / 10

The Coen brothers really seemed to enjoy making this dark comedy. Great ensemble cast . It really is just good solid entertainment and some great cynicism.

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