I recently caught the new Ben Affleck film
Argo and I
heartily recommend it.
Set in the late
1970s and early 80s, its plot focuses on attempts to rescue American citizens
hiding in the Canadian embassy in Iran just after the United States' embassy
was seized.
I have read some criticism of the film because some feel the
Canadians' role in the event was watered down somewhat. I do not know about that, but remember this
is a Hollywood movie and not a historical
documentary. I believe the essence of
the event was communicated to the audience, and we often see movies where
filmmakers might have to manipulate some events for the sake of the plot.
The film co-stars Bryan Cranston, John Goodman, and
Alan Arkin. It is rated R mostly for
language so it is not a film to take the kiddies to. It is worth your time.
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