Desert One
A treat for history buffs and the definitive film about Operation Eagle Claw.
Desert One
In April 1980, the US government launched the Operation Eagle Claw, their response to the hostage crisis that was happening in Iran at that time. Helmed by the then-president Jimmy Carter, the Delta Force tried to rescue the 52 hostages that were detained in the U.S. Embassy and Foreign Ministry buildings in Tehran. The documentary film Desert One explores the different aspects of this failed mission through interviews with the hostages, soldiers, commanders, and even President Carter. Directed by Barbara Kopple.
Genre
Documentary,
Politics & World Affairs
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Runtime
107
Language
English
Director
Barbara Kopple
Cast
Francisco Bello
FEATURED REVIEW
Musanna Ahmed, Film Inquiry
The great Barbara Kopple is back with a documentary about Operation Eagle Claw, the failed mission to rescue American hostages during the crisis in Iran back in 1979. From her performing artist biopics (Wild Man Blues, Shut Up & Sing) to her portraits on labour struggles (Harlan County, USA ...
Played at
Laemmle Virtual Cinema 8.21.20 - 9.17.20
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