Burn After Reading

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Unravel the Dark Comedy: Dive Deep into the Whimsical Chaos of Burn After Reading!

In a whirlwind of mistaken identities, a pair of clueless gym employees unwittingly stumble upon a disc of CIA secrets, setting off a chaotic chain of events filled with absurdity, betrayal, and dark humor that spirals hilariously out of control.

Burn After Reading Trivia

What is the primary occupation of the character played by George Clooney in "Burn After Reading"? (Advanced)
#1: CIA Agent
#2: Personal Trainer
#3: Gym Manager
#4: Software Developer
What is the main reason Linda decides to steal the CD containing the intelligence file in "Burn After Reading"? (Medium)
#1: She wants to sell it for money
#2: She believes it contains sensitive information
#3: She wants to impress her boss
#4: She wants to get revenge on her ex
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Burn After Reading Fun Facts

The Coen Brothers originally wrote the script for Burn After Reading as a spoof of the spy genre after being inspired by the real-life events of the CIA and the intelligence community.
The film was primarily shot in and around Washington, D.C., which added authenticity to its satire of the intelligence community.

Burn After Reading Polls

Which Coen Brothers film do you enjoy the most?
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