
Escape from Kabul
When the war ended, the crisis began.
Directed by Jamie Roberts
Produced by Amos Pictures, ARTE
An urgent, emotionally harrowing documentary that captures the human cost of geopolitical collapse through firsthand accounts and archival footage from a chaotic 18-day evacuation.
Unfolding over 18 monumental days in August 2021, this deeply immersive and emotional documentary combines never-before-seen archival footage from those on the ground at the airport with exclusive interviews with people who were there throughout the period, including Afghan citizens attempting to flee, U.S. Marines tasked with managing the evacuation, and Taliban commanders and fighters who had recently taken the city.
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Questions people ask
Is Escape from Kabul sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.
Is Escape from Kabul scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Is Escape from Kabul easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
Does Escape from Kabul end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Escape from Kabul violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Familiar shape, done well.
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Like Escape from Kabul
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Escape from Kabul
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Escape from Kabul, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Escape from Kabul, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Escape from Kabul, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































