Panama

Panama ends on a tragic and chaotic note, highlighting the murkiness and moral ambiguity of the covert operations the US engages in. After a series of betrayals, murders, and manipulations, Becker manages to eliminate those who threaten him, including Enrique and the corrupt agents involved. He exposes the treachery of Burns, who turns out to be working with Justines and seeks to maximize his own gain. Becker’s confrontation with Burns results in him killing Burns to protect himself, making it clear that survival in this shadowy world comes at a deadly price. In the culmination, Becker successfully delivers the helicopter to the rebels, who choose not to misuse it to attack Noriega, instead rescuing families amidst the chaos of the US invasion. Ultimately, the movie shows how these dangerous political games often end in violence and loss, with Becker, having survived against all odds, enjoying a solitary moment of peace, while the real political outcome—Noriega’s capture—happens far removed from the immediate chaos. The film underscores the moral complexity and brutality behind such covert interventions, leaving viewers with a stark view of American foreign policy and the costs of such clandestine operations.

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:44