By the time the film ends and the fates of the various figures revealed, you’re struck not only by the compelling narrative but also by the complex humanity of everyone involved.
The film’s intention may have been to highlight the negotiator’s achievement, but it appears that it was public pressure, as much as his influence, that prevented more bloodshed.
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Slant MagazineChris Barsanti
Slant MagazineChris Barsanti
The film’s aesthetic approach is purposeful, echoing the us-or-them sentiment held by both groups aiming guns at the other.