From Slate Magazine · Dana Stevens · · 1m 20s
Malkovich Wins Oscar Best Actor
John Malkovich's Oscar win for Wild Horse Nine sparks debate over American imperialism in cinema.
In brief
John Malkovich's Oscar win for Wild Horse Nine sparks debate over American imperialism in cinema. John Malkovich is the favorite for Best Actor in this year's Oscar race after his role in Wild Horse Nine. Originally reported by Slate Magazine.
Wild Horse Nine
Martin McDonagh returns to filmmaking with a black-humored buddy comedy about CIA agents in Chile.
CIA Agents in Chile
Chris Carlisle (John Malkovich) and Lee Chesterfield (Sam Rockwell) prepare for a U.S.-backed coup against Salvador Allende.
Terminal Cancer
Chris Carlisle has terminal cancer and short-term memory loss from morphine treatment.
Rapa Nui Island
The film takes place on Easter Island, where Chris visits the monumental Moai statues.
CIA Boss MJ
MJ (Steve Buscemi) orders Chris to be killed before he writes his memoir.
Left-Wing Activists
Monica and Alicia, Chilean student activists, are confused by Chris' spy claims.
Malkovich's Performance
Malkovich portrays a fragile, complex man questioning his Catholic faith as death approaches.
Oscar Favorite
Malkovich is the favorite for Best Actor in this year's Oscar race despite never winning.
Film's Themes
The film critiques American imperialism through a black-humored lens of male friendship.
Final Scene
Chris and Lee discuss Hank Williams songs as they wait for their inevitable end.
At a glance
John Malkovich is the favorite for Best Actor in this year's Oscar race after his role in Wild Horse Nine.
