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Mosul

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Mosul

Released Apr 12, 2019

1h 26m

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An Iraqi journalist joins an army of uneasy allies in the battle to liberate the city of Mosul from the Islamic State.

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Michael Rechtshaffen

Los Angeles Times

While not exactly uncharted documentary territory, the Iraq conflict is thought-provokingly portrayed in "Mosul."

Apr 26, 2019

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Daniel Gorman

In Review Online

Not content to be merely a competent action-thriller, but too ham-fisted to score the emotional points it so desperately wants, Mosul winds up being neither here nor there.

Jun 5, 2021

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Amber Wilkinson

Eye for Film

[E]mbedded Iraqi journalist Ali Maula acts as our guide and his musings on the situation in his homeland give this film an editorial and contextual anchor that will help viewers less familiar with the day-to-day socio-politics of Iraq.

Rated: 3.5/5

Sep 30, 2019

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Wade Major

FilmWeek (LAist)

It is harrowing, but if you can stomach it, it's an extraordinary thing to sit through.

Sep 27, 2019

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Adam Mock

Film Inquiry

Mosul thrusts the audience into its world with unwavering relentlessness while allowing ample time to reflect. Gritty, powerful and honest, the film begs to be experienced, discussed, and remembered.

May 14, 2019

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Laura DeMarco

Cleveland Plain Dealer

The powerful documentary is comprised of combat footage and raw interviews taken by Iraqi journalist, Ali Maula from October 2016 to August 2017.

Apr 4, 2019

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John H

It is rare I watch a non-English movie, but I was excited when I saw this. I have spent a lot of time in that part of the world, so the chance to watch a movie from their POV couldn't be passed up. I was not disappointed. While I don't know the actual facts (the movie is based on a "true story"), the movie turned out not to be about nations, or armies, but about family and honor. I loved it. It shows how those fighting for what was right couldn't trust anyone, not even (or especially not) their own countrymen. This movie has me exploring more international content, looking for stories that I would otherwise not see.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

04/18/23

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Audience Member

Awesome. Gripping and emotional

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/03/23

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Audience Member

Great movie. Because it's a war movie you don't need to focus on reading the subtitles so much bc there is plenty of excitement. When words are spoken they are riveting and serve the story well. Truly an amazing story and great movie.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/25/23

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harsh c

Haven't seen it. My review of the movie went here by mistake and it's not possible to remove a review.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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avindu g

Death lurks in rubble what moves bring trouble. Scent of fear and smell of rott fills the air in this land of despair. But a special legion roam this land assumed dead and lost in sand. They bring hope they bring love They are the soldiers of lord above. A tale of extraordinary bravery and ultimate sacrifice. The story of those special people who stayed back who stood in-between. The ones who maintain the balance ; the avengers. This one is a true story of war !!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

A real thought provoking journey and a small glimps into the lives of some brave men who gave there lives to save others. Gritty and well filmed. Highly recommend.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/27/23

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Synopsis

An Iraqi journalist joins an army of uneasy allies in the battle to liberate the city of Mosul from the Islamic State.

Director: Dan Gabriel
Producer: Matt Schrader
Screenwriter: Dan Gabriel, Mike Tucker
Distributor: Gravitas Ventures
Production Co: Two Rivers Pictures, WebStringers, Epicleff Media
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Apr 12, 2019, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): May 14, 2019
Runtime: 1h 26m

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