What is The Mauritanian?
The Mauritanian is a film first released in 2021. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2021
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 129 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 12, 2021
- Studios
- 30WEST, Topic Studios, STXfilms
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
The Mauritanian is a film first released in 2021. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by 30WEST, Topic Studios, STXfilms. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A man's fight for freedom after years of unjust detention at Guantanamo.”
- Powerful true‑story narrative
- Tahir Rahim’s compelling lead performance
- Thought‑provoking legal drama
- Runtime exceeds two hours
- Heavy subject matter may be intense
Watch it if you’re interested in real‑world justice stories and resilient human spirit.
The film contains serious themes and depictions of imprisonment, making it suited for mature audiences.
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Is The Mauritanian based on real events?
Yes, it dramatizes the true story of Mohamedou Ould Slahi’s detention at Guantanamo Bay.
Who directed the film?
Kevin Macdonald directed The Mauritanian.
What is the film’s runtime?
The movie runs approximately two hours and nine minutes.
Who portrays Mohamedou Ould Slahi?
Actor Tahir Rahim plays the lead role of Mohamedou Ould Slahi.
What source material was used for the screenplay?
The screenplay adapts Slahi’s 2015 memoir Guantánamo Diary.
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