By winning Sylvia's love, "Jacques" secures his ticket into the inner circle of the heavily fortified compound in Coyoacán, Mexico. ⚠️ The Climax
He transforms into , a wealthy, dashing, and apolitical Belgian businessman. El elegido(2016)
The 2016 historical drama film (internationally released as The Chosen ) tells the gripping, real-life story of the assassination of the Russian revolutionary leader Leon Trotsky. Directed by Antonio Chavarrías, the movie explores one of the most famous political betrayals in modern history. 🎬 The Premise By winning Sylvia's love, "Jacques" secures his ticket
(Henry Goodman): The brilliant Marxist theorist living in constant fear of Stalin's reach. Directed by Antonio Chavarrías, the movie explores one
To get close to the heavily guarded revolutionary leader, Ramón adopts a fake identity.
The story begins in Spain during the late 1930s amidst the chaos of the Spanish Civil War. Caridad Mercader, a dedicated and ruthless communist, recruits her own son, , to become an agent for the Soviet secret service (GPU). His ultimate mission, ordered by Joseph Stalin, is to track down and assassinate Stalin's fierce political rival, Leon Trotsky, who is living in exile in Mexico. 🎭 The Deep Cover
Over many months, Ramón plays the part of the supportive, charming boyfriend perfectly. He slowly earns the trust of the compound guards and Trotsky himself. On August 20, 1940, Ramón enters Trotsky's study under the guise of asking him to review a political article. While Trotsky is reading, Ramón pulls a concealed ice axe from his coat and strikes a fatal blow to the revolutionary's head. 📍 Key Historical Figures Portrayed