Argo
As the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point, a CIA 'exfiltration' specialist concocts a risky plan to free six Americans who have found shelter at the home of the Canadian ambassador.
Critics Sentiment
Phone call to Hollywood office answered at the last second
Operation is canceled in favor of military rescue
The film hits its lowest point when the mission is bureaucratically canceled, then surges to peak tension during the airport escape sequence.
Argo maintains strong audience engagement throughout, with particular praise for the Hollywood comedy sequences and Affleck's directorial control. The film builds steadily toward an intensely suspenseful climax at the airport, though some criticized minor historical liberties. Critics consistently highlighted the balance of humor, tension, and historical authenticity.
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Ben Affleck
Tony Mendez
Bryan Cranston
Jack O'Donnell
Alan Arkin
Lester Siegel
John Goodman
John Chambers
Victor Garber
Ken Taylor
Tate Donovan
Bob Anders
Clea DuVall
Cora Lijek
Scoot McNairy
Joe Stafford
Rory Cochrane
Lee Schatz
Christopher Denham
Mark Lijek
Kerry Bishé
Kathy Stafford
Kyle Chandler
Hamilton Jordan
Chris Messina
Malinov
Željko Ivanek
Robert Pender
Titus Welliver
Bates
Keith Szarabajka
Adam Engell
Bob Gunton
Cyrus Vance
Richard Kind
Max Klein
Richard Dillane
OSS Officer Nicholls
Omid Abtahi
Reza Borhani
Crew
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