The Honorary Consul is a 1983 British drama film directed by John Mackenzie, based on the novel by Graham Greene. The film is set in a fictional Latin American country, where Dr. Eduardo Plarr, played by Richard Gere, is a half-English and half-Latino doctor who left his homeland to find a better life.
In the country, he befriends the British Consul Charley Fortnum, played by Michael Caine, who is trying to keep the country from spiraling into a revolution. However, Charley is an alcoholic who is filled with remorse for abandoning his family.
Dr. Plarr also falls in love with Clara, Charley's wife, played by Bob Hoskins, creating a complicated love triangle. As the political situation in the country becomes increasingly dangerous, the characters are forced to make difficult choices that will impact their lives forever.
The film received mixed reviews upon its release but was praised for its performances, particularly Caine's portrayal of Charley Fortnum. The Honorary Consul remains a popular choice among fans of Graham Greene's work and those interested in political dramas.