
6 Days
In the face of terror, a nation will show its strength
Directed by Toa Fraser
Produced by XYZ Films, New Zealand Film Commission
A tense, procedural thriller about a real hostage crisis that balances negotiation and military intervention across six days of high-stakes decision-making.
London, England, April 1980. Six terrorists assault the Embassy of Iran and take hostages. For six days, tense negotiations are held while the authorities decide whether a military squad should intervene.
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Is 6 Days violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.
Is 6 Days easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.
Is 6 Days scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Is 6 Days sad? Not especially. Less sad than 59% of films.
Does 6 Days end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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