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    Written October 21, 2012

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    by rosavitek

    great gripping movie. shows the horror of the islamic mob and weakness of appeasement policy of Carter.Stresses the value of good allies, which we sold out today

    • 18 out of 30 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 13, 2012

    Argo is a superbly crafted thriller!

    by LaurenB838

    It's tough to maintain suspense in a film based on real life events, because we all know the ending. (Yes, the Titanic had to sink, folks. Stuff happens.) However, a well-written script, well-paced direction and fine performances by the entire csat make Argo a must-see. If nothing else, you'll leave the theatre with renewed respect for Canada. Go!

    • 6 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 13, 2012

    Exceptional!

    by peter5992

    Saw the movie this afternoon, with no real expectations of what I was getting into, and it is absolutely exceptional - you're glued to the seat right from the very first minute. Really one of the best movies I've seen in recent years. Very engaging on every level.

    • 106 out of 207 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 13, 2012

    Argo

    by Historyfan

    Considering Clooney's involvement, I was worried the movie would have a liberal message. There was a rehabilitation of Jimmy Carter as the credits were rolling, but that was it. A splendid period piece. Suspenseful, well-acted and a believable script. Ben Affleck was actually good in the lead role, but I enjoyed the supporting cast's work even more.

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    Written March 14, 2013

    Good movie, but not great.

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    Argo was entertaining, but I don't think it was The Best Picture of 2012. It was entertaining, but wasn't very suspenseful, considering the subject matter. Even a scene in a bazaar, where all the Americans were surrounded by Iranians, didn't convey that much of a sense of dread and fear. Maybe it was because I knew everything came out okay in the end, but I would only rate this movie a 7 or 8 on a 1-10 scale.

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  • Must Go!
    Written November 11, 2012

    Argo

    by goriogo

    One of the most gripping films, I have ever seen. Because its a true story, the level of angst is huge and you really are on the edge of your seat. Its fantastic!

    • 6 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 4, 2012

    Not a docu drama

    by DebDDog

    They managed to make this very entertaining and the acting was very good. It has it all - drama, action, comic relief. Go - you won't be disappointed.

    • 5 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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    Written February 7, 2013

    EXCEPTIONAL

    by myserengeti

    THIS WAS AN INCREDIBLE MOVIE. I HAVE SEEN IT TWICE AND STILL AM KEPT ON MY TOES. CERTAINLY LETS THE AUDIENCE PARTAKE IN THE REAL STORY BEHIND THE HOSTAGE SITUATION OF ALL INVOLVED. GREAT DIRECTOR, GREAT CAST.

    • 5 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 5, 2012

    Need to see it, but not necessarily at the theater

    by MrEBachs

    Great movie, very intriguing story that seems to totally revolve around a slip of paper and potential mis-filing. It is incredible that they could make such an enthralling story that is centered around such a mundane countenance. There is much more going on in the film, including some historical context which really carries the film.

    • 5 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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    Written October 15, 2012

    HIstory/sacrifice put on film beautifully

    by dan_amazon

    One of the better movies I've seen in a long time. Based on a true story of sacrifice and courage by a covert operative...this kind of story is not heard by the man on the street very often.

    Great moment in american history and international cooperation...on the part of the Canadians.

    Must see...especially, the iPhone generation.

    • 5 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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    Written February 16, 2013

    Argo

    by Zeddy

    The film was actually quite gripping. Alan Arkin as great as he can be, also John Goodman.
    I think the movie would have been even stronger if Ben Affleck had just stuck with directing rather than directing himself in it. He is a pretty wooden actor, much better behind the camera!

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    Written November 2, 2012

    Worth it

    by kangrawalli

    Movie is good, and it happens to be true. Even though I knew the end results I still sat there with my fingers crossed hoping the 6 people woutl get out.

    • 6 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written October 29, 2012

    ARGO

    by diloretoo

    This is a very good movie. It is sad that some reviewers inject their own political agenda in their reviews. This movie was NOT about U S politics. It was about the rescue of 6 people caught up in an international tragedy and about the outstanding work of the Canadian government employees with the cooperation of our own CIA who risked their lives to get our people out. I have never been a fan of Ben Affleck - until now. His acting and directorial ability improves immensely with each endeavor. Put your politics aside and go see this movie. I believe you will enjoy it.

    • 7 out of 9 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written November 5, 2012

    Argo

    by Oldpirate

    Even knowing the real life outcome of this story, the on screen portrayal was as riveting, suspenseful and overwhelmingly satisfying as any fictional story could possibly have been. It was like watching the actual events in the same real time sequence, and anxiety, that I vividly remember when they actually occurred.

    See this movie!

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  • Must Go!
    Written November 27, 2012

    The knot in my stomach never left

    by davidpleach13

    After the opening sequence, the theater I was in fell into the kind of empty silence you feel at funerals. You almost didn't want to see the train wreck of American history you knew you were about to witness...

    If you are old enough to remember the hostage taking, the memories this movie conjures in the opening sequences are nearly visceral, and it never lets up. Argo fills in a thousand memory gaps and another hundred backstories you never knew about. And in places the dialogue hysterical.

    But make no mistake, Argo takes no prisoners--it will replay in your head repeatedly. Well worth the money, time, and emotional energy.

    Should be nominated for Best Editing. Some great visual story telling. Affleck really kept it moving.

    • 5 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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