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The Hurt Locker

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6.7
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Original title
The Hurt Locker
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Running time
125 min.
Country
United States United States
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Genre
War. Action. Thriller. Drama | Iraq War. Independent Film (US)
Synopsis
The Hurt Locker is an intense portrayal of elite soldiers who have one of the most dangerous jobs in the world: disarming bombs in the heat of combat. In Iraq, when a new sergeant, William James (Jeremy Renner), takes over a highly trained bomb disposal team amidst violent conflict, he surprises his two subordinates, Sanborn and Eldridge (Anthony Mackie and Brian Geraghty), by recklessly plunging them into a deadly game of urban combat. James behaves as if he’s indifferent to death. As the men struggle to control their wild new leader, the city explodes into chaos, and James’ true character reveals itself in a way that will change each man forever. From visionary filmmaker Kathryn Bigelow, The Hurt Locker is based on first-hand observation by journalist and screenwriter Mark Boal who was stationed on assignment with a special bomb unit.
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Awards
2009: 6 Academy Awards, including Best Movie and Best Director. 9 Nominations.
2009: 3 Nominations for Golden Globes: Best Movie Drama, Director, Screenplay.
2009: 6 BAFTA Awards, including Best Film, Director and Screenplay. 8 Nominations
2008: Venice Film Festival: SIGNIS Award. Nominated for Golden Lion
2009: New York Film Critics Circle: Best Film & Best Director. 3 Nominations
2009: Los Angeles Film Critics Association: Best Film & Director. 3 Nominations
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The Hurt Locker
2008
Kathryn Bigelow
6.7
(66,721)
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