
The Siege of Jadotville
The Irish army's forgotten battle
Directed by Richie Smyth
Produced by Parallel Films, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland
A historical war drama centered on an Irish military unit's courageous stand against overwhelming odds in a colonial conflict, balancing tactical tension with human bonds forged under siege.
Irish Commandant Pat Quinlan leads a stand off with troops against French and Belgian Mercenaries in the Congo during the early 1960s.
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Is The Siege of Jadotville violent? Yes. More violent than 83% of films.
Is The Siege of Jadotville scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 67% of films.
Is The Siege of Jadotville sad? Somewhat. More sad than 61% of films.
Does The Siege of Jadotville end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is The Siege of Jadotville easy watching? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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