Almost a decade ago I read a sensational article in Wired about a ridiculous CIA plot to rescue six embassy staff from Iran using a fake motion picture as a cover story. It was one of those 'too ridiculous to be made up' stories, involving an actual screenplay to a science fiction B-movie, Hollywood producers, design drawings and concept art by legendary comic book artist Jack Kirby, and a tense evacuation via Tehran's international airport before the Iranian police discovered the identities of the six runaway diplomats. I remember thinking at the time it could make for a pretty sensational motion picture, and five years later actor/director Ben Affleck proved me right. Argo is a tightly written and smart espionage thriller, boasting a great script, strong direction and a great cast.
