Bridge of Spies (film)

"Bridge of Spies" is a historical drama directed by Steven Spielberg, based on the 1960 U-2 Spy Plane incident and subsequent negotiations during the Cold War. It follows lawyer James B. Donovan, who is tasked with negotiating the release of a captured American pilot and later involved in a tense spy exchange with the Soviet Union. The film explores themes of diplomacy, trust, and moral integrity amidst heightened political tensions, depicting the complexities of international negotiation and the human stories behind Cold War conflicts. It emphasizes the importance of dialogue and principled leadership in moments of global crisis.