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    Written October 14, 2012

    Argo

    by jeaniel

    Really a terrific movie. Even tho we know how it ends, the suspense is unbelievable! A real adult movie -- no gratuitous sex or violence....actually no sex at all, and only necessary violence. A no-effort, thoroughly enjoyable history lesson, and uncannily timely.

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    Written November 14, 2012

    We heart Canada

    by Busybean

    Great action, very tense and an amazing story, made so much more incredible by being based on true events that occurred in the late 1970s and early 1980s. While some viewers will remember these events clearly, many, me included, did not and I'm so grateful to know more about this important part of our history. The story gives viewers a much broader understanding of why we're in such a mess in the the Middle East, and how little we really can know about the people working behind the scenes. Argo is funny, exciting, intellectually satisfying and the kind of story you believe because, as we so often say these days, "you can't make this stuff up.'' Because of language and violence, it's not appropriate for young children.

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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.

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    Written January 2, 2013

    ARGO

    by luciatmiller

    This is the second time I've gone to see Argo and I LOVED it. Surely right up there with Lincoln for Best Picture Of The Year! It may be my all-time favorite movie.

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    Written October 28, 2012

    Applause at closing credits!

    by stevhill8

    How many movies have you attended lately that the theater audience applauded for at the end and stayed through the closing credits.

    No fan of Jimmy Carter but be sure to stay for his personal historic footnote at the end.

    Must go!

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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!

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  • Must Go!
    Written December 30, 2012

    Gotta See!

    by layne_l

    If you like edge of your seat suspense, some adult humor, and a fact based story ... this is a must see movie! Great shooting; makes you feel like your right there. Sticks to the historical storyline very well. There was undoubtedly a little Hollywood rewrite for added suspense, but very little. Very believable acting! Loved it! Would see it again loved it!

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    Written November 2, 2012

    Perfect movie

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    It is just a perfectly well rounded movies. Just the right amount of drama, suspense and comedy at the right moments of the movies. You really do come come out feeling your money and time was well spent watching this film. Good Job Ben!

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    Written November 12, 2012

    Argo

    by slackofflady

    It's set during the Iranian hostage crisis of the late1970s. Seems that when the mob broke into the embassy, six workers slipped out and escapted to the home of the Canadian ambassador. Ben Affleck plays a CIA agent who specializes in getting people out of the country in these situations. The only plot he can come up with is that they're scouting a site for a really schlocky sci-fi film. His boss describes it as "the best bad idea we've got." I assumed they'd all get away -- otherwise, they wouldn't have made a movie about it. But it's still heart-pounding.

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    Written October 14, 2012

    Argo is a fantastic movie

    by joan125889

    I lived in Tehran up until December of 1978, and this movie brought back alot of memories. this movie is fantastic, very accurate and Ben Affleck did a great job.. It's a MUST SEE!!

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    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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    Written October 15, 2012

    A+

    by Marlinfan3o5

    The movie was great it had me on the edge of my seat and almost cause me to have a heart attack. ARGO is a must GO!

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    Written October 28, 2012

    Argo

    by smd3

    Argo was everything I had hoped it would be i.e.good acting, good directing, great photography,
    great history for those who didn't live through it It was sold out the first night. I would encourage anyone to go and want to get DVD. Congratulations to Ben Afflick! May this not be your last.

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    Written March 11, 2013

    Argo

    by laydeecop29

    Was one of the best true story movies I've seen in a long time. Ben Affleck was amazing, as were John Goodman, Alan Arkin and all the others. Great movie and would highly recommend!

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    Written October 28, 2012

    Argo

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    This is a great movie based on a true story. While there are some artistic liberties to add to the drama, the story itself is incredible. The acting is excellent and, like with Apollo 13, even though you know the outcome, you are on the edge of seats as it unfolds.

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