Review: The Invisible Hand, at Kiln Theatre
Political thriller about an American banker kidnapped in Pakistan is a brilliant portrayal of the cyclical nature of greed, corruption and violence
15 July, 2021 â By Lucy Popescu
Daniel Lapaine in The Invisible Hand. Photo: Mark Douet
DONâT miss Ayad Akhtarâs five-star political thriller, depicting the collision of capitalism and terrorism, given a welcome revival at the Kiln and featuring a brilliant four-strong cast.
Nick Bright (Daniel Lapaine) is an American banker kidnapped in Pakistan and held for ransom. But his captors have got the wrong man. Nickâs company doesnât think heâs worth 10 million dollars and arenât willing to pay for his safe return.