The Siege
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The Siege

1990Movie1 h 19 min

Drama
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Summary

In a desperate attempt to save his wife's life, Nestor Cerpa - leader of the Peruvian revolutionary movement - and his commandos stormed the residence of the Japanese ambassador in Lima and took dozens of foreign diplomats and businessmen hostage for 126 days.

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Artistic License – Militaryin 909 titlesTwice, General Devereaux refers to "the president invoking the War Powers Act."My Master, Right or Wrongin 139 titlesDevereaux is aware his actions aren't ethical and potentially violate human rights, but as a military officer he can't go against the commands of his President.All 60 tropes

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