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Tenerife (2005)

7.020051h 27mEN
Documentary

Directed by Chantal Hébert

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 27m

Language

EN

Release

January 1, 2005

Director

Chantal Hébert

Overview

March 27, 1977. At 2:00 in the afternoon, a thick fog rolled into the usually quiet Los Rodeos Airport in Tenerife, in the Canary Islands. On the runway sat two fully loaded jumbo airliners. An explosion at a nearby airport had redirected air traffic to the undermanned airfield at Tenerife. Within t...

Cast

Paul Bandey

Paul Bandey

Bragg

Anne Cart

Anne Cart

KLM Purser

Lee Delong

Lee Delong

Erma Schlecht

Mike Dineen

Mike Dineen

Pan Am Flight Engineer George Warns

James Gerard

James Gerard

Walter

Lexie Kendrick

Lexie Kendrick

Robina Van Lanschot

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Tenerife (2005), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

March 27, 1977. At 2:00 in the afternoon, a thick fog rolled into the usually quiet Los Rodeos Airport in Tenerife, in the Canary Islands. On the runway sat two fully loaded jumbo airliners. An explosion at a nearby airport had redirected air traffic to the undermanned airfield at Tenerife. Within three hours 583 people would be dead. This film reconstructs the moments leading up to the tragedy.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Tenerife. 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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