Tehran

An espionage film generally thrives on a competent blend of action, emotion, and skillful storytelling that highlights both the plot and its characters.

Unfortunately, Tehran, while focused on presenting investigative procedures in great detail, misses the mark on the essential elements of an idealistic storytelling. Despite featuring numerous events, none resonate as they should, lacking both visual impact and emotional depth.

It's all dull and uninspiring, which is surprising considering how the brilliant trailer had me expecting the exact opposite.

I really don't understand how people can give 7 or 8 rating to this vogus and boring movie? Its a waste of 2 hours time watching this movie. The direction can be rated even below the poorest quality. The content may be true as The story is inspired by true story but it is not organized in a proper manner. So in many times you may lost the link that where from it actually comes.

Tehran doesn't offer neat resolutions, and that's part of its brilliance. RK's mission is filled with moments where he could give up yet he doesn't. The interplay between political pressure, personal loss, and the unrelenting pursuit of truth is what makes this more than just another spy thriller. The abandonment by his own country feels like the ultimate betrayal, but also the ultimate test of his character. This is a film that stays with you, urging you to think about the hidden costs of national security games.

John Abraham delivers a career-defining performance in "Tehran," a gritty, geopolitical thriller. Based on real events, the film follows a Delhi Special Cell officer on a high-stakes mission to Iran. Abandoned by his own government, he must navigate a treacherous world of international espionage. Critics praise Abraham's nuanced portrayal, where his silent intensity conveys more than words. The film is a smart, tense, and realistic spy drama that foregoes typical action for a deeply layered and thought-provoking story about justice and patriotism.

I think the movie was well thought out. The various challenges faced by the team investigating the assassinations could have been better presented.

One misguided notion the director went with was to consider the state of Georgia of the United States of America same as the country Georgia in eastern Europe where the original incident happened in Feb 2012. I am taking away a star due to this.