The Hurt Locker

Year

2008

Duration

126 minutes

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Drama, Thriller, War Films

Language

English

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The main weapon in the Iraqi insurgency over the last few years has been the roadside bomb - known to the military as IEDs (improvised explosive devices). This brilliantly tense action-drama follows a squad of American bomb specialists in Baghdad as they try to defuse these devices, a task that is dangerous, tricky and unpredictable. Adding to the unease is the difficult relationship between the ultra-professional Sergeant Sanborn and Sergeant James, who relies completely on his instincts. An outstanding film that won't tell you why American soldiers are in Iraq, but will show how it feels to be there.

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Contains strong language and gory images

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The Hurt Locker

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This film is part of the following theme

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Women in the film industry assembly

International Women's Day, 8 Mar

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