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Released
2002 · FILM

Agent of Influence

Directed by
Written by
Runtime
98 min
Thriller
Streaming on
  • Prime Video

Synopsis

Set during the Cold War in October 1964, this espionage thriller is based on the novel by Ian Adams. It centers on the suspicious death of Canadian diplomat John Watkins, a former ambassador to Moscow and close associate of Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson. Watkins was kidnapped and detained in a hotel by the RCMP at the behest of the CIA for questioning. He died several days later. According to the official obituary, he suffered a heart attack during a farewell dinner with friends, honoring his distinguished career.

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Principal cast & crew: 20

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Craft leads on file

Edited by Denis PapillonShot by Allen SmithScored by Jean Marie BenoitDesigned by John Blackie

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