Genre : Documentary, Biography

Runtime : 1hr 32min

Language : English

IMDb : 7.0/10

Rotten Tomatoes : 92%

Letterboxd : 3.9/5

Metacritic : 79%

Wikipedia : Link

Director ; Errol Morris

Cast

John le Carré, Nicholas Blake, David Cornwell, Jane Cornwell, Oleg Gordievsky, Peter Wright

Plot

The Pigeon Tunnel is a 2023 documentary directed by Errol Morris, offering an intimate portrait of David Cornwell, better known as John le Carré, the acclaimed author of espionage novels like Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy. Through a series of candid interviews, le Carré reflects on his dual life as a former British intelligence officer and a writer who blurred the lines between fiction and reality. The film delves into his personal experiences, the inspirations behind his characters, and the moral complexities of espionage. Morris employs his signature interview style, combining direct address with evocative visuals, to create a compelling narrative. The documentary has been praised for its insightful exploration of le Carré’s life and work, earning high ratings from critics and audiences alike.