"Burn After Reading" is a 2008 dark comedy film directed by the Coen Brothers. The story revolves around a group of quirky characters who become entangled in a web of espionage and misunderstandings after a CIA agent's memoir is accidentally left at a gym. The film features an ensemble cast, including Brad Pitt, Frances McDormand, John Malkovich, and George Clooney. It explores themes of incompetence and the absurdity of human behavior, ultimately leading to a series of comedic yet chaotic events that highlight the folly of the characters' actions.