13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi - IMDb Trivia
The True Story Behind the Movie
13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi is a 2016 American biographical war film directed by Michael Bay, based on the 2013 non-fiction book 13 Hours: The Inside Account of What Really Happened in Benghazi by Mitchell Zuckoff. The film tells the story of the 2012 Benghazi attack and the heroism of the six members of the CIA Annex Security Team who fought to defend the American diplomatic compound.
Interesting IMDb Trivia
Here are some interesting IMDb trivia about the movie:
1. Michael Bay's Most Grounded Film
13 Hours is considered Michael Bay's most grounded film, with a more realistic tone than his usual over-the-top blockbusters.
2. Real-Life Heroes
The film is based on the real-life stories of the CIA contractors who were involved in the Benghazi attack. The actors met with the real-life heroes to get a sense of their personalities and mannerisms.
3. Intense Training
The actors underwent intense training to prepare for their roles, including weapons training, hand-to-hand combat, and learning how to operate in a high-stress environment.
4. On-Location Shooting
The film was shot on location in Malta and Morocco, with the production team using real locations to add to the film's authenticity.
5. The Real Annex
The film's production team built a replica of the CIA Annex in Benghazi, using aerial footage and satellite images to get the layout and design accurate.
6. No CGI
Michael Bay opted not to use CGI in the film, instead relying on practical effects to create the intense battle scenes.
7. John Krasinski's Physical Transformation
John Krasinski, who played Jack Silva, underwent a physical transformation for the role, gaining 20 pounds of muscle to play the former SEAL.
8. The Real-Life Heroes' Reaction
The real-life heroes who inspired the film were on set during filming and were impressed by the actors' portrayals, saying that they got the characters' personalities and mannerisms spot on.
9. The Film's Accuracy
The film's accuracy was ensured by the real-life heroes, who were involved in the production and ensured that the events depicted in the film were true to what really happened.
10. A Tribute to the Fallen
The film is dedicated to the memory of the four Americans who lost their lives in the Benghazi attack: Tyrone Woods, Glen Doherty, Sean Smith, and Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens.
11. Michael Bay's Emotional Connection
Michael Bay was emotionally invested in the film, as his friend and former SEAL, Scott Helvenston, was killed in Iraq in 2004.
12. The Film's Message
The film's message is one of patriotism, duty, and sacrifice, highlighting the bravery and heroism of the six men who fought to defend the American diplomatic compound.
13. The Legacy of 13 Hours
The film has become a tribute to the fallen heroes of Benghazi and has helped to raise awareness about the importance of honoring and remembering those who have served and sacrificed their lives for their country.
