
15 Minutes of War
2019
War / Action
1h38
Adeline Chambin rated ★ 10/10
Synopsis
February 1976. Somalian rebels hijack a school bus carrying 21 French children and their teacher in Djibouti City. When the terrorists drive it to a no-man’s-land on the border between Somalia and French territory, the French Government sends out a newly formed elite squad to rescue the hostages. Within a few hours, the highly trained team arrives to the crisis area, where the Somalian National Army has taken position behind the barbed wire on the border. The French unit is left with very few options to rescue the hostages. As the volatile situation unravels, the French men quickly come up with a daring plan: carry out a simultaneous 5 men sniper attack to get the children and the teacher out safely. A true story.
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Community Reviews
Viewers generally appreciate '15 Minutes of War' for its intense action sequences and the historical context of the GIGN's origins, though some find the film's portrayal of geopolitical nuances lacking. The film is praised for its homage to the heroism of the GIGN operatives, but criticized for its oversimplified depiction of complex historical tensions. Emotional impact and technical execution receive mixed reviews, with some highlighting the film's ability to grip and move the audience.
👍 Pays tribute to GIGN heroism.
👎 May oversimplify historical complexities.
