The Spy Who Came In from the Cold

"The Spy Who Came In from the Cold" follows Alec Leamas, a British spy who pretends to defect to East Germany in order to frame an East German intelligence operative. The main conflict centers around deception, betrayal, and moral ambiguity in the world of espionage during the Cold War. Key characters include Alec Leamas, Liz Gold, and Mundt, the enigmatic East German spymaster. The movie explores the gritty and complex world of intelligence operations and the personal sacrifices made in the name of national security.