
24 Days
The true story of the Ilan Halimi affair
Directed by Alexandre Arcady
Produced by Alexandre Films, New Light Films
A harrowing true-crime thriller about a kidnapping motivated by antisemitic hatred, balancing the family's desperate race against time with the brutal reality of their son's captivity.
When Ilan Halimi is kidnapped for ransom because Jewish and supposedly rich, his family and the police start a race against time to save him from the tortures of the "gang of barbarians".
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Questions people ask
Is 24 Days sad? Yes, very. More sad than 98% of films.
Is 24 Days scary? Yes, very. More frightening than 95% of films.
Is 24 Days easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.
Is 24 Days violent? Yes. More violent than 85% of films.
Does 24 Days end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 78% of films.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
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Like 24 Days
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as 24 Days
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like 24 Days, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like 24 Days, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like 24 Days, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































