Main Plot
A black man plays 'uncle Tom' in order to gain access to CIA training, then uses that knowledge to plot a new American revolt.
The Spook Who Sat by the Door | 1973
Directed by: Ivan Dixon
Characters
- Lawrence Cook is the protagonist who becomes a spy and uses his knowledge to fuel a revolution against racial oppression.
- Janet League is a strategic and influential character who supports and aids the protagonist in his revolutionary efforts.
- Paula Kelly's character in "The Spook Who Sat by the Door" plays a significant role in the plot as a love interest and supporter of the protagonist.
Ending
(*spoilers*)
In the ending of "The Spook Who Sat by the Door," directed by Ivan Dixon, the protagonist, Dan Freeman, successfully executes his plan to train a group of black militants. They carry out a series of coordinated attacks on government institutions, causing chaos and drawing attention to their cause. Despite facing heavy resistance, Freeman manages to escape and disappear, leaving behind a legacy of revolution and resistance against racial oppression.