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The Mauritanian movie

🎬 Title: The Mauritanian

Story: This film tells the real-life story of Mohamedou Ould Slahi, a Mauritanian man who was detained at the U.S. military’s Guantanamo Bay for over a decade without being formally charged. His journey focuses on his struggle to seek justice through the aid of a dedicated defense attorney.

⭐ Rating: 7.408 (1209 votes)

📅 Release date: February 12, 2021

⏱️ Runtime: 2 hours and 9 minutes

🎭 Genres: Drama, Thriller

🎬 Director: Kevin Macdonald

✍️ Writers: Sohrab Noshirvani, Rory Haines, Michael Bronner

🌍 Countries: United Kingdom, United States

🏢 Production Companies: 30WEST, Topic Studios, STXfilms, SunnyMarch, BBC Film, Shadowplay Features

💼 Production:
| 📈 Box Office: $7,527,030

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👥 Cast: Tahar Rahim (as Mohamedou Ould Slahi), Jodie Foster (Nancy Hollander), Benedict Cumberbatch (Lt. Stuart Couch), Shailene Woodley (Teri Duncan), Zachary Levi (Neil Buckland), Langley Kirkwood (Sergeant Sands), Saamer Usmani (Arjun), Corey Johnson (Bill Seidel), Matthew Marsh (General Miller), David Fynn (Kent)

Editor’s note: “The Mauritanian” (2021) offers a compelling mix of drama and thriller, prioritizing atmosphere over flashy sequences. Directed by Kevin Macdonald, the film maintains a consistent pace and a distinct sense of location. Performances by Tahar Rahim, Jodie Foster, and Benedict Cumberbatch are grounded and authentic. At a runtime of 2 hours and 9 minutes, the film is well-suited to its themes. While it has its imperfections, its strengths far outweigh any flaws. If the subject resonates with you, it’s worth adding to your watchlist.

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