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Thirteen Days (2000)

"You'll never believe how close we came."

7.020002h 25mEN
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Directed by Roger Donaldson

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

2h 25m

Language

EN

Release

December 25, 2000

Director

Roger Donaldson

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Overview

The story of the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962—the nuclear standoff with the USSR sparked by the discovery by the Americans of missile bases established on the Soviet-allied island of Cuba.

Cast

Kevin Costner

Kevin Costner

Kenneth O'Donnell

Bruce Greenwood

Bruce Greenwood

John F. Kennedy

Steven Culp

Steven Culp

Robert F. Kennedy

Dylan Baker

Dylan Baker

Robert McNamara

Michael Fairman

Michael Fairman

Adlai Stevenson

Henry Strozier

Henry Strozier

Dean Rusk

Frank Wood

Frank Wood

McGeorge Bundy

Kevin Conway

Kevin Conway

Gen. Curtis LeMay

Tim Kelleher

Tim Kelleher

Ted Sorensen

Len Cariou

Len Cariou

Dean Acheson

Bill Smitrovich

Bill Smitrovich

Gen. Maxwell Taylor

Shawn Driscoll

Shawn Driscoll

U-2 Pilot

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Thirteen Days (2000), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The story of the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962—the nuclear standoff with the USSR sparked by the discovery by the Americans of missile bases established on the Soviet-allied island of Cuba.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Thirteen Days. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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