Some Iranians are pretty mad in the late 70s and decide to overrun an American embassy. Whilst this is happening they take hostage the majority of the yankee staff there and start making a mischief of themselves. 5 crafty little americans manage to escape the building including Joshua from friends. They find shelter with a canadian guy who protects them until a newly bearded Ben Affleck can figure out how to rescue them. He decides the best way to do this is to fake make a movie with John Goodman. Turns out all that nonsense was true and also extremely tense.
Ben Affleck has made a few rubbish films in his time. As an actor he has had some great moments, Dogma being one of the best, but it seems his decision making process involved a modified twister spinner. Since he started directing this trend has died out and he only seems to be able to make good films. To go along with this he is also extremely good at directing himself, a skill which cannot be attributed to many, I'm looking at you Shyamalan you douche. Anyhoo Affleck is turning out to be a real talent in the directors chair and does not disappoint with this. I must admit I did not know much about this story before seeing this film and the whole thing came as a pleasant surprise. The acting is great with Affleck being a joy to watch, the tension is almost palpable and keeps you firmly rooted to the edge of your seat and the story verges on the absurd which makes it all the more believable and unbelievable in equal measure. All of the support cast do a brilliant job and bring life to all the characters concerned. Admittedly the story does take a slightly 'o come on it can't have happened like that' turn towards the end but is that way for dramatic effect and is in no way out of place. I think I can safely say I absolutely loved it.
Verdict: 5/5
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