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The Siege of Jadotville Movie Review

Name: The Siege of Jadotville Movie Review
Item: The Siege of Jadotville
Rating: 3.5
Author: Smitha Joseph

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Review for the film " The Siege of Jadotville"

Streaming On: Netflix

Runtime: 01 Hour 48 Minutes

Certificate: UA

Released: 07-10-2016

Genre: Drama, Thriller

Similar To: Zombies Vs. Robots, First Cow, Wendy, Somewhere Beautiful

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CAST & CREW

Ruth Coady

Guillaume Canet

Jamie Dornan

Mark Strong

Mikael Persbrandt

Sam Keeley

Richie Smyth

Alan Moloney

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Producer:

Alan Moloney

Director:

Richie Smyth

Movie Actor:

Mark Strong

Jason OâMara

Mikael Persbrandt

Guillaume Canet

Sam Keeley

Jamie Dornan

Co-Producer:

Ruth Coady

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The Siege of Jadotville is an action war film written by Kevin Brodbin and directed by Richie Smyth Bio coming soon... >> Read More... . " Jamie Dornan Jamie Dornan is a famous Northern Irish actor, mus >> Read More... ," "Emmanuelle Seigner," "Jason O'Mara," " Mikael Persbrandt Bio coming soon... >> Read More... ," " Mark Strong Mark Strong is a well-known television and film ac >> Read More... ," " Michael McElhatton Michael McElhatton is a very famous writer and an >> Read More... ," " Danny Sapani Danny Sapani is a British actor who has worked in >> Read More... ," " Sam Keeley Bio coming soon... >> Read More... ," "Ronan Raftery," "Mike Noble," "Charlie Kelly," "Conor MacNeill," "Fionn O'Shea," "Conor Quinlan," "Jordan Mifsud" are cast. Cinematography was done by Nikolaus Summerer, and “Alex Mackie” edited the film. Joseph Trapanese Joseph Trapanese is an American music composer, co >> Read More... composed the music. "Kevin Brodbin," " Alan Moloney Bio coming soon... >> Read More... ," " Ruth Coady Bio coming soon... >> Read More... ," "Johanna Hogan," and "Justin Moore-Lewy" produced the film.

Plot

Amidst the turmoil of the Katanga crisis, Irish Commandant Pat Quinlan leads his outnumbered infantry company in a heroic defense against Katangese and mercenary forces at Jadotville. Despite facing overwhelming odds, they bravely withstand multiple attacks, earning admiration for their courage and resilience. However, they encountered political suppression of the truth until their eventual dismissal in 2005.

Star Performance

Jamie Dornan, who has made a career out of playing psychopaths, has excelled in his role. The actor skillfully portrays true leadership skills and determination. The cast also gives a mind-blowing performance in a gripping tale of bravery and sacrifice.

Analysis

An Irish commander and his battalion of 150 men withstand a siege by 3,000 Congolese troops led by French and Belgian mercenaries working for mining corporations. The actors played their roles outstandingly well. The scenery in the movie was very well done and accurately portrayed what had happened there.

What’s There?

● One of the best war action movies

● The direction was excellent, outstanding, perfect.

● The supporting stars added strength.

What’s Not There?

● Non-battle scenes were less

Verdict

The film is a treat for Historical movie fans and the action war film genre audience. The Siege of Jadotville is a one-time watch!