Red Sparrow swiftly moves through psychological mind games as Russia vs. U. S. Espionage continues in true fashion. However, is it REALLY the traditional spy games or are there times when those straight lines wind and get blurred? You're left guessing as everything unfolds- drawn in to figure it out for yourself. History and some recent events show us this post Cold War practice is still utilized. Russian female agents have been trained to use their sexuality and intellect as Swallows, also referred to here as Sparrows. Not a Spoiler as IMDB includes this description on the page.

The training the main character Dominika receives is a dual exploration into the psychology of Russia's mechanisms to infiltrate U. S. intelligence and other countries. Is she a victim or willing participant: a true Russian Patriot: and what drives her to continue in this capacity for Mother Russia? Trainees are mentally molded through a number of reprehensible activities. Does Dominika survive and employ her new powerful role without mental consequences?

All players are fashioned into believable integral roles. No performance is written in without purpose. They are seamless and you find them either villainous or in some cases actually endearing.

Red Sparrow is worth the watching yet do so without reading the Synopsis, Trivia, or Goof sections first. The movie draws you in and keeps you guessing the outcome until the end. Well worth your time.