"Syriana"

Genre: Drama

Director: Stephen Gaghan

Producers: Ben Cosgrove, George Clooney, Jennifer Fox

Cast: George Clooney, Matt Damon, Amanda Peet, Tim Blake Nelson, Jeffrey Wright, Chris Cooper, Gina Gershon

Synopsis: Robert Baer (Clooney), a 21-year veteran of the CIA, is at the center of this political thriller, which unfolds in multiple story lines set against the backdrop of the global oil industry and rise of terrorism in the Middle East.

Story source: Based on the book "See No Evil" by Robert Baer.

Studio: Warner Bros.

Factoid: Utilizing a diet heavy on pasta, Clooney gained 30 pounds to play the role of Baer.

Release date: Nov. 23, 2005

Running time: N/A

MPAA rating: R