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Thirteen Days

Kennedy Family Films




Thirteen Days

New Line Home Entertainment (Dec 19, 2000)
Drama | History | Thriller
USA | English | Color | 02:25
Special Edition
Blu-ray
PG-13 (Parental Guidance)
883929346479
| 1 disc
Region A
Keep Case

The movie "Thirteen Days" is about the Cuban missile crisis. It is told from the point of view of Special Assistant to The President Kenny O'Donnell (Kevin Costner). This movie covers the entire plot, but does not provide much of a political or historical context. It shows how President Kennedy (Bruce Greenwood) covered up the situation at the beginning while he prepared a response, and then, unlike other presidents told America exactly what was going on. The movie reveals how Kennedy took an unprecedented amount of control over the armed forces. The top generals wanted to go to war with Cuba, and Kennedy went around them and prevented armed conflict with delicate control.


In October, 1962, U-2 surveillance photos reveal that the Soviet Union is in the process of placing nuclear weapons in Cuba. These weapons have the capability of wiping out most of the Eastern and Southern United States in minutes if they become operational. President John F. Kennedy and his advisors must come up with a plan of action against the Soviets. Kennedy is determined to show that he is strong enough to stand up to the threat, and the Pentagon advises U.S. military strikes against Cuba--which could lead the way to another U.S. invasion of the island. However, Kennedy is reluctant to follow through, because a U.S. invasion could cause the Soviets to retaliate in Europe. A nuclear showdown appears to be almost inevitable. Can it be prevented? Written by {jgp3553@excite.com}



The year is 1962. USAF U-2 spy planes discover that the USSR is placing nuclear ballistic missiles in Cuba. The Chiefs of Staff warn President Kennedy and his cabinet that the missiles have the potential to kill up to 80 million Americans, and destroy a large number of USAF bomber bases - thus crippling the Americans' ability to retaliate and leaving the country an easy target for Soviet invasion. Fortunately, the missiles are not yet operational, and the President and his staff try to figure out how to get the missiles out of Cuba - whether by diplomatic means or by force. Initially, diplomatic attempts fail as the Soviets lie and stonewall the President. Secretary of Defence Robert McNamara comes up with a different plan - a naval blockade of Cuba to keep new missiles from reaching the country. When the Russians ignore the blockade and try to run it, things quickly go from bad to worse. Will the Americans & Soviets come to a peaceful settlement - or will nuclear war result? Written by Derek O'Cain





In the early days of October 1962, U.S. spy planes photograph the impending installation of Soviet missile sites in Cuba. While there is widespread agreement that the missiles must not be allowed, there is no clear way to ensure that. The military feels that their destruction followed by the invasion of Cuba is likely the only option. President Kennedy realizes however that to do so, would lead the Soviet Union to invade West Berlin with the result being an all out war. He pushes his subordinates, coordinated by brother Bobby, to come up with an alternative solution. Secretary of Defence Robert McNamara proposes a naval blockade of Cuba which the U.S. initiates with the backing of the Organization of American States. Throughout the 13 day crisis, the President and his inner circle struggle to rein those who would take unilateral action and through back channels, tries to communicate with the Soviet leadership and provide them with a face-saving solution to their mutual dilemma.
- Written by garykmcd




SYNOPSIS


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Shawn Driscoll U-2 Pilot
Kevin Costner Kenny O'Donnell
Drake Cook Mark O'Donnell
Lucinda Jenney Helen O'Donnell
Caitlin Wachs Kathy O'Donnell
Jon Foster Kenny O'Donnell / Jr.
Mathew Dunn Kevin O'Donnell
Kevin O'Donnell NPIC Photo Interpreter
Janet Coleman Evelyn Lincoln
Bruce Thomas Floyd
Stephanie Romanov Jacqueline Kennedy
Bruce Greenwood John F. Kennedy
Frank Wood McGeorge Bundy
Dakin Matthews Arthur Lundahl
Liz Sinclair Kenny's Assistant #1
Colette O'Connell Kenny's Assistant #2
Karen Ludwig Operator Margaret
Audrey Rapoport White House Operator #1
Marliese Schneider White House Operator #2
Steven Culp Robert F. Kennedy
Dylan Baker Robert McNamara
Bill Smitrovich Gen. Maxwell Taylor
Henry Strozier Dean Rusk
Ed Lauter Gen. Marshall Carter
Michael Fairman Adlai Stevenson

Personal

Owner Kerry & Dawn
Location Movies-05
Storage Device TD 19
Purchased Jun 25, 2007
Quantity 1
Seen Jul 06, 2018
Added Date May 17, 2015 05:41:37
Modified Date Apr 17, 2024 00:46:45

Edition details

Screen Ratios Widescreen (16:9, Anamorphic)
Audio Tracks Dolby Digital 5.1 [English]
Subtitles English | English (Closed Captioned) | French
Distributor New Line Home Video
Layers Single side, Dual layer
Edition Release Date Jul 10, 2001

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Aircraft Cuba Helicopters Nukes Washington DC Watercraft