Content Warnings
- 🟡 30/100 Brief scene with a topless woman in a bar.
- 🟢 20/100 Soldiers briefly mention and joke about drug use.
- 🔴 100/100 Intense and graphic combat scenes with gunfire, explosions, and injuries.
- 🔴 95/100 Graphic depiction of a soldier's severe injury and medical treatment.
- 🟡 60/100 Use of strong language by soldiers.
- 🔴 80/100 Multiple instances of strong language during a tense scene.
Details for Black Hawk Down (2001)
What is the plot of Black Hawk Down (2001)?
Black Hawk Down is based on the true story of the 1993 U.S. military raid in Mogadishu, Somalia. The mission was intended to capture a Somali warlord, but it quickly turns into a desperate fight for survival when two U.S. Black Hawk helicopters are shot down, leaving the soldiers stranded in hostile territory.
Who are the main actors in Black Hawk Down?
The movie features an ensemble cast including Josh Hartnett as Staff Sergeant Matt Eversmann, Ewan McGregor as Specialist John Grimes, Tom Sizemore as Lieutenant Colonel Danny McKnight, and Eric Bana as Sergeant First Class Norm 'Hoot' Gibson.
Who directed Black Hawk Down?
Black Hawk Down was directed by Ridley Scott, known for his work on films like Gladiator, Alien, and Blade Runner.
Is Black Hawk Down based on a true story?
Yes, Black Hawk Down is based on the real-life events of the Battle of Mogadishu in 1993, as detailed in the book 'Black Hawk Down: A Story of Modern War' by journalist Mark Bowden.
What awards did Black Hawk Down win?
Black Hawk Down won two Academy Awards: Best Film Editing and Best Sound Mixing. It was also nominated for Best Director and Best Cinematography.
