Rami Malek Stars in ‘The Amateur’ – Who Knew Math Could Be Deadly?

So, here’s the deal: Rami Malek’s latest movie “The Amateur” is flipping the script on your typical action flick, and yep, you guessed it—math is somehow involved. We’re talking cryptography, revenge, and an underdog story that’s got some serious punch. You’re gonna want to pay attention to this one.

Math, Murder, and a CIA Secret Agent?

If you’ve ever watched Malek play an intense character (“Mr. Robot,” anyone?), then you know the guy can handle the pressure. But in “The Amateur,” he’s taking it to a whole new level. Malek plays Charles Heller, a CIA analyst who’s basically the “numbers guy” until tragedy strikes; his wife is killed in a terrorist attack, according to the recently released trailer (seen below). 

But here’s the twist: instead of filing the paperwork and letting the professionals do their thing, Heller decides to take things into his own hands, and no, it’s not because of some crazy plot twist; it’s because he’s smart enough to use his brain (and some seriously complicated math) to take down the “bad guys.” 

Who knew math could kill, right? But Heller isn’t just any analyst; he’s got the skills to break codes, crack conspiracies, and chase down justice, no matter the cost. One fan even jokingly commented on the trailer saying, “As a systemadmin it’s nice to finally be recognised as the action heroes we clearly are.”

A New Take on the Revenge Thriller

What makes “The Amateur” stand out is how it shifts from the typical action-packed revenge story to something more cerebral. While there are the usual action movie moments (i.e. explosive car chases and overly dramatic stunts) here, there’s also a world of intelligence work where every move is calculated, every piece of information is a puzzle, and, of course, every math equation is a potential weapon. 

Heller’s journey is part psychological thriller, part nail-biting chase, and totally refreshing in the espionage movie world. Think of it as “Jason Bourne” meets “The Imitation Game” but with a vengeance-fueled twist.

“An aggressively competent spy thriller… makes a compelling enough case to sustain itself across the entire television season’s worth of plot that it packs into two hours.” 

David Ehrlich, IndieWire

With a stacked cast, including Laurence Fishburne (“CSI,” “Hannibal”) and Holt McCallany (“Misson Impossible,” “Fight Club”), this movie has got more depth than a typical action flick. Malek’s performance is layered, his character’s vulnerability makes him relatable, and his transformation from analyst to action hero is nothing short of entertaining. 

“The Amateur” hits theaters on April 11, 2025, and it seems like this one’s going to be a blast. Grab your popcorn—it’s going to be a math-heavy, revenge-filled ride!

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