Captain Richard Phillips (Hanks) and his crew aboard the cargo vessel Maersk Alabama are in route to Africa during 2009 to drop off containers when they are chased by two skiffs occupied by Somali pirates. Able to ward off the initial attack Phillips and crew prepare for the possibility of a follow up attempt by the pirates led by the relentless Muse (Abdi) who has no choice because he can not return to his country empty handed. Upon Muse's second effort he along with three of his cohorts are able to take control of the Maersk Alabama only to run into complications that forces him and his team to take Phillips hostage aboard a motorized free fall lifeboat with hopes that they will get money for his release. Captain Phillips must use all his knowledge and resources to try to keep himself and the Somali crew alive while the Navy prepares to make their move on the lifeboat.
Reel Talk:
This movie based on the true events of the 2009 hijacking of Phillips' vessel by the ocean pirates is definitely an edge of the seat thriller. From the initial attack to the end this film is filled with intensity. Tom Hanks and Barkhad Abdi put in excellent performances as the two captains of their respected crews. There is no doubt that they may both be up for Oscar nominations for their worthy portrayals. This is a great movie worth every dollar for the admission. Be sure to get your snacks before the film starts because you will be glued to the screen otherwise.
Starring: Tom Hanks, Barkhad Abdi, Faysal Ahmed, Barkhad Abdirahman and Mahat M. Ali
Directed by: Paul Greengrass
Rated: PG-13
I give it 5 corn dogs.
By: Corn Dog - The Reel Hustler
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