Paramount
2016 Color
144 Mins.
Action/Thriller
John Krasinski, James Badge Dale, Pablo Schreiber, David Denman, Dominic Fumusa and Max Martini star.
Written by Chuck Hogan
Directed by Michael Bay
Rated R for language, violence and gore.
I know this isn't technically a horror film by any means but it does have horrific elements to it. And being that it's based on true events I feel bad even saying it's horroresque. But all that aside I must say this is one hell of a movie. Based on the true events of 2012 when an American Ambassador was murdered in Benghazi. The film focuses on the six men who took it upon themselves too try and make sense out of the chaos. There's no doubt that the men involved were heroes trying to do the right thing. The film may be a bit political at some points as it highlights the lack of communication from our government and allies during the situation. However it doesn't overly do it. Michael Bay usually a hot but entertaining mess as a director feels more focused here. Gone are the jokes in films like Transformers instead replaced by some intensely emotional scenes. Like most Michael Bay movies the films cinematography is stunning. even more so here with it's rich colors and zooming lens keeping the proceedings raw and immersive. This is no doubt Bay's best film. The performances are strong across the board even though they have to deliver hammy dialogue at times. And there are only a small collection of slow motion American flag shots which is a plus. Bay's symbolism has never been subtle but in this instance it seems fitting. And the results are electrifying. Krasinski sheds his usually impressive comedic performing here and succeeds with his dramatic lead role accompanied by a toned physique and an impressive six pack. Dale and Schreiber of Orange is the new black fame are impressive here as well sporting tight physiques and impressive acting chops. 13 Hours is without a doubt one of the best movie's I've seen recently it's thought provoking, inspirational and poignant and it's also fantastically entertaining! You will be on the edge of your seat for it's entire 144 min. running time which seems to go by in a flash. Just a fare warning the movie doesn't shy away from the grisly gore of battle, neither does it shy away from the intensity or an examination of the causalities on both sides. ****.5/5
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