
Argo (2012)
Based on true events, "Argo" chronicles the life-or-death covert operation to rescue six Americans, which unfolded behind the scenes of the Iran hostage crisis--the truth of which was unknown by the public for decades. On November 4, 1979, as the Iranian revolution reaches its boiling point, militants storm the U.S. embassy in Tehran, taking 52 Americans hostage. But, in the midst of the chaos, six Americans manage to slip away and find refuge in the home of the Canadian ambassador. Knowing it is only a matter of time before the six are found out and likely killed, a CIA "exfiltration" specialist named Tony Mendez (Affleck) comes up with a risky plan to get them safely out of the country. A plan so incredible, it could only happen in the movies.
News
Ben Affleck's Argo Sets Sail - August 31, 2011
Iran hostage crisis thriller begins filming.
Ben Affleck to Star in Ben Affleck Movie - June 27, 2011
Argo gets its lead.
Great Gatsby Casting Buzz - April 19, 2011
Affleck out, Fisher in Baz Luhrmann's 3D adaptation.
Ben Affleck Goes to Iran - February 4, 2011
And he's bringing Jack Kirby with him.
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