The '70s were a bonanza for terrorist action in the colonies, and at home.
The introduction of an elite, early definition, police unit to a hostage incident was one of the firsts for the French. At the beginning the GIGN was very small and developing their procedures on the fly. They have become, today, one of the premier special anti-terrorist forces today.
Hollywood would have emphasized motivation, action, and conflict (especially the bad guys); the French, simplicity, emotion, and courage.
Admittedly the story took several liberties with the facts of the true events for dramatic license. The rescue was more cohesive (the Legion was very proactive), and the results were more or less the same (no spoilers here) except for one hostage.
The acting was very good, the portrayals in character and the emphasis on the team was apt and enjoyable.
If you're wondering about the title, it was how long the firefight took. Short, but in the moment likely forever.
The introduction of an elite, early definition, police unit to a hostage incident was one of the firsts for the French. At the beginning the GIGN was very small and developing their procedures on the fly. They have become, today, one of the premier special anti-terrorist forces today.
Hollywood would have emphasized motivation, action, and conflict (especially the bad guys); the French, simplicity, emotion, and courage.
Admittedly the story took several liberties with the facts of the true events for dramatic license. The rescue was more cohesive (the Legion was very proactive), and the results were more or less the same (no spoilers here) except for one hostage.
The acting was very good, the portrayals in character and the emphasis on the team was apt and enjoyable.
If you're wondering about the title, it was how long the firefight took. Short, but in the moment likely forever.