(Elvira Mínguez): Ramón’s fanatical mother who pushed her son to commit cold-blooded murder.
He travels to Paris, where he seduces , an idealistic American social worker who happens to be one of Trotsky's trusted personal secretaries. El elegido(2016)
He transforms into , a wealthy, dashing, and apolitical Belgian businessman. The story begins in Spain during the late
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 🎭 The Deep Cover To get close to
To get close to the heavily guarded revolutionary leader, Ramón adopts a fake identity.
By winning Sylvia's love, "Jacques" secures his ticket into the inner circle of the heavily fortified compound in Coyoacán, Mexico. ⚠️ The Climax
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