Escape From Mogadishu

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Escape From Mogadishu

Released Aug 6, 2021

2h 1m

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Drama

Mystery & Thriller

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Based on a true story: as civil war rages in Mogadishu, rival North and South Korean diplomats are left trapped. With no aid from either government, their only shot at survival may require uniting with bitter adversaries to escape.

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Critics Consensus

Its depiction of actual events is questionable, but Escape from Mogadishu is sleekly effective as an intelligent, well-acted action thriller.

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Mark Kermode

Kermode & Mayo's Film Review

Every camera movement is there for a reason. This is a director, not showboating, but NEEDING to tell a story visually. Every single part of the film tells the story.

Apr 15, 2022

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Wendy Ide

Observer (UK)

For the most part... this is bracingly enjoyable stuff – slickly edited, dryly humorous and shot with a bold yellow palette that somehow enhances the sense of panic.

Rated: 3/5

Mar 27, 2022

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Kambole Campbell

Little White Lies

Surprisingly thoughtful in its depiction of two ideological wars. Great car chase too.

Rated: 3/5

Mar 26, 2022

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Daryl MacDonald

InSession Film

Escape From Mogadishu works well in its more quiet moments, and carries its message of unity amid turmoil, and the need to put down nationalist flags and identify with one another on a deeper level.

Rated: B

Apr 24, 2024

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Keith Garlington

Keith & the Movies

You can’t help but be pulled in by this exciting true account with its strong underlying message of unity. And while its ending is never in question, Ryoo steers clear of a conventional finish and leaves his audience with plenty to think about.

Rated: 4/5

Aug 16, 2022

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Grace Han

KoreanScreen.com

Escape from Mogadishu breathes fresh air into the age-old story of domestic conflict.

Rated: 4/5

May 26, 2022

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Jimmer ne

It was much like it was. instead of one warlord there was many. Not sure about embassies except the USA. The government people from Somalia kids would betaken, held for ransom. That's why the soldiers where sent after the South Korean security said they would give up names and addresses. Today warlords send men to try and board ships. Kenya to this have refugees in a huge camp which gets raided by warlords. child warriors are a real thing most are drugged.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

08/19/21

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Judy mcr

Suspenseful, great cinematography, range of elements of both humanity and conflict

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/09/21

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Gerald L

Well told story that showed how sworn enemies can join together against a common threat.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/08/21

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Julia K

Such a spectacular, absolutely well-made movie that depicts what had happened in Mogadishu in 1989. Amazing acting from the top Korean movie stars. Highly, highly recommended! Must watch!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/07/21

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Claire and Ben

One of the best Korean movie in 2021!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

08/06/21

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Audience Member

Excellent. Slow at the beginning but it gets a lot of better. Very good movie. The end made me cry and also value my freedom.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

07/08/25

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Ryoo Seung-wan

Director

Kim Yoon-seok

Han Sin-seong

Jo In-sung

Kang Daejin

Heo Joon-ho

Rim Yongsoo

Koo Kyo-hwan

Tae Joon-ki

Kim So-jin

Kim Myung-hee

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Synopsis

Based on a true story: as civil war rages in Mogadishu, rival North and South Korean diplomats are left trapped. With no aid from either government, their only shot at survival may require uniting with bitter adversaries to escape.

Director: Ryoo Seung-wan
Producer: Kang Hye-jung
Screenwriter: Lee Ki-cheol
Distributor: Well Go USA
Production Co: Lotte Entertainment, Dexter Studios, Filmmaker R&K
Genre: War, Drama, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: Korean
Release Date (Theaters): Aug 6, 2021, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Oct 19, 2021
Box Office (Gross USA): $329.6K
Runtime: 2h 1m
Sound Mix: Dolby Digital

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