13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi
13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi is a 2016 American action-thriller film directed by Michael Bay and written by Chuck Hogan. The film is based on the 2014 book "13 Hours" by Mitchell Zuckoff, which tells the story of the 2012 Benghazi attack.
Plot
The film follows a team of six members of the Annex Security Team, a group of CIA contractors who are stationed in Benghazi, Libya. The team, led by Tyrone "Rone" Woods (John Krasinski), is tasked with providing security for the CIA outpost in Benghazi.
On September 11, 2012, the outpost comes under attack by a group of militants, and the team must fight to protect the CIA officers and escape the city. Meanwhile, the U.S. government is slow to respond to the attack, leaving the team to fend for themselves.
Cast
- John Krasinski as Tyrone "Rone" Woods
- James Badge Dale as Tyrone "Tig" Parrott
- Pablo Schreiber as Kris "Tanto" Paronto
- David Denman as Dave "Boon" Benton
- Dominic Fumusa as John "Tig" Tiegen
- Max Martini as Mark "Oz" Geist
- Alexia Barlier as Sona Jillani
- Freddie Stroma as Brit Vaynes
- Toby Stephens as Glen "Bub" Doherty
Themes
The film explores several themes, including courage, sacrifice, and the bravery of the soldiers who fought to protect the CIA outpost. The film also highlights the controversy surrounding the U.S. government's response to the attack, and the subsequent cover-up.
Reception
13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising the film's intense action sequences and strong performances from the cast. The film was also a commercial success, grossing over $69 million at the box office.
Awards and Nominations
- Critics' Choice Awards: Nominated for Best Action Movie
- People's Choice Awards: Nominated for Favorite Action Movie
- Teen Choice Awards: Nominated for Choice Movie: Action
Conclusion
13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi is a gripping and intense action-thriller film that tells the story of the heroic actions of the CIA contractors who fought to protect the CIA outpost in Benghazi. With strong performances from the cast and thrilling action sequences, the film is a must-watch for fans of the genre.
