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The Jackal is seen driving a white Alfa Romeo Spider
Line of Events
The Jackal is an elusive assassin who makes his living by committing murders for the largest sums of money. He soon meets his match in the form of a tenacious British intelligence officer who tracks him down in a thrilling cat-and-mouse chase across Europe.
Referenced in The Graham Norton Show: Denzel Washington/Paul Mescal/Saoirse Ronan/Eddie Redmayne/Blossoms (2024)
In The Day of the Jackal (1973), The Jackal also drives a white Alfa Romeo, albeit an older generation model. The Day of the Jackal (2024) offers a gripping narrative in which Eddie Redmayne gives an exceptional performance that embodies the intensity of his character.
However, the casting of Lashana Lynch as Bianca Pullman does the series a disservice
The series’ cinematic style is surprisingly authentic, harking back to a time when storytelling seemed grounded and realistic. Her performance lacks depth and expression for the role, which seems like a misstep.
Without this casting issue, the series would have easily earned a 10/10 rating
Let’s hope future episodes keep the bar high and deliver satisfying conclusions. A new season of “Silo” is one of the biggest TV and streaming premieres this month.