12 Strong: The Declassified True Story of the Horse Soldiers
Movie Overview
12 Strong is a 2018 American war drama film directed by Nicolai Fuglsig and written by Ted Tally and Peter Craig. The film is based on the non-fiction book "Horse Soldiers: The Extraordinary Story of a Band of U.S. Soldiers Who Rode into Afghanistan After 9/11 and Defeated the Taliban" by Doug Stanton.
Plot
The film tells the story of the first U.S. Special Forces team deployed to Afghanistan after the 9/11 attacks. Led by Captain Mitch Nelson (Chris Hemsworth), the team, comprising of 12 members, is sent to Afghanistan to take down the Taliban. The team faces numerous challenges, including lack of resources, harsh terrain, and cultural differences. Despite these obstacles, they form an alliance with the Northern Alliance and work together to take down the Taliban.
Cast
- Chris Hemsworth as Captain Mitch Nelson
- Michael Shannon as Chief Warrant Officer Hal Spencer
- Michael Peña as Master Sergeant Sam Diller
- Trevante Rhodes as Sergeant Ben Milo
- Navid Negahban as General Abdul Rashid Dostum
- William Fichtner as Colonel John Mulholland
Reception
12 Strong received mixed reviews from critics, but it was a commercial success, grossing over $67 million worldwide. The film was praised for its action sequences, but criticized for its poor character development and lack of depth in storytelling.
Availability
12 Strong is available to stream on various platforms, including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Google Play Movies. However, we do not recommend downloading the movie from unauthorized websites such as Filmyhit, as it is illegal and can harm your device.
Conclusion
12 Strong is an action-packed war drama film that tells the inspiring true story of the Horse Soldiers. While it has its flaws, the film is worth watching for its intense action sequences and its tribute to the bravery of the U.S. Special Forces team.
