Films/DVD Asylum

The Siege of Jadotville - a superb war film

76.99.185.128

Victor Khomenko

A real treat to any war movie buff - so don't miss this Netflix gem.

Tons of good action and several memorable characters, all very well played.

The film has to do with the little known events in Kongo in the sixties.

The two main actors form a wonderful high-tension duo, and make sure to read the biography of Rene Faulques - France's most respected legionnaire.

Follow Ups:

I dunno about superb . . . - Billy Wonka 08:46:03 10/24/16 (1)
but it was interesting from the standpoint the UN sent "virgin" Irish troops into an untenable situation. They put up a good fight and the history is definitely interesting.
- Well, I know YOUR measuring stick! - Victor Khomenko 12:27:26 10/24/16 (0)
  Room in Rome set new reference for quality! :)
No one? Seriously, guys... - Victor Khomenko 06:52:21 10/20/16 (2)
Don't ignore that great film.

Also, read on the history of the commander and his soldiers, it is a story in itself.
- Just watched it - Des 22:05:46 10/20/16 (1)
  Yes good View--didn't get too involved with the politics-- nasty bunch worse than the natives!
  
  Excellent action sequences--no Irish killed--amazing alright!
  
  Couple of points
  
  Made pretty obvious Dags plane was shot down--was that ever proven?
  
  Continuity --the soldiers looked the same as when they first flew in to the Congo as when they are
  
  released from the Katanga Prison--really?
  
  Just nitpicking but like Victor I recommend
  
  Des
  - Dag's plane - Victor Khomenko 06:05:07 10/21/16 (0)
    To my knowledge it has not been proven conclusively, but at the very least it is consistent with other evidence, including the planes nearby and apparently the fact his plane was already on fire when hitting the ground.

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