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IC 814 The Kandahar Hijack

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RATING
6.5/10
POPULARITY
75

When Indian Airlines Flight 814 is hijacked en route from Kathmandu to Delhi, passengers and crew are thrust into a high-stakes crisis. As negotiations unfold, the nation watches, and the hijackers' d... Read more

When Indian Airlines Flight 814 is hijacked en route from Kathmandu to Delhi, passengers and crew are thrust into a high-stakes crisis. As negotiations unfold, the nation watches, and the hijackers' demands escalate, leading to a tense and dramatic resolution. Show less

RELEASE DATE
August 29, 2024
GENRES
Crime Thriller, Drama

Quick Info

Release Date August 29, 2024
Rating 6.5/10
Popularity 75
Genres Crime Thriller, Drama
MPAA Rating TV-MA

Storyline

IC 814 : The Kandahar Hijack delves into the complexities of human perception and the nature of reality. The film challenges the audience to question what is real and what is imagined, blurring the lines between the two. Through its intricate narrative and compelling performances, it explores themes of identity, truth, and the psychological psyche.

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Did You Know

Trivia
  • The series was released on Netflix on August 29, 2024.
  • Anubhav Sinha, known for Article 15 and Thappad, directed the series.
  • The story is adapted from the book Flight into Fear A Captain's Story.
  • The series consists of 6 episodes, each ranging from 28 to 46 minutes.
  • The cinematography was handled by Ewan Mulligan and Ravi Kiran Ayyagari.
Goofs
  • Inconsistent lighting during night scenes.
  • Continuity errors in the placement of objects.
  • Visible crew members reflected in mirrors.
Quotes
  • "Every decision counts when lives are at stake."
  • "Fear is the enemy courage is the weapon."
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  • The credits roll over a montage of scenes from the film, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the making of key sequences.
Connections
  • IC 814 The Kandahar Hijack shares thematic similarities with films like United 93 and Flight 93, both depicting real-life hijacking incidents and the human responses to such extreme situations.
Soundtracks
  • Composer: Alex Lamy and Richard Harvey
  • "Hijack Sequence" - A tense orchestral piece accompanying the hijacking scenes.
  • "Negotiation Tension" - A suspenseful track underscoring the negotiation sequences.
  • "Final Resolution" - A dramatic score marking the climax of the series.

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Tagline

"188 lives. 7 days. One flight."

Motion Picture Rating (MPA)

TV-MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

01

Who directed IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack?

Anubhav Sinha

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When was IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack released?

August 29, 2024

03

What is IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack about?

A dramatized retelling of the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight 814

04

Who stars in IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack?

Vijay Varma, Naseeruddin Shah, Pankaj Kapur, Dia Mirza, Arvind Swamy

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Is IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack suitable for all audiences?

TV-MA due to mature content, including violence and distressing themes

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