Drama,War
United States of America
Mosul is a 2019 war drama film directed by Matthew Michael Carnahan. The movie is set in Mosul, Iraq, which was taken over by ISIS in 2014, leading to the displacement and persecution of thousands of people. The Nineveh SWAT team, a group of Iraqi policemen and soldiers who refused to abandon their city, are the focus of the movie.
The movie follows the story of Kawa (Adam Bessa), a young police officer, who is recruited into the Nineveh SWAT team. Kawa is assigned to work alongside the team's leader, Jasem (Suhail Dabbach), a veteran police officer who has been fighting against ISIS since they took over Mosul.
Jasem and his team have been waging a guerrilla war against ISIS for months, sabotaging their operations and rescuing civilians from their clutches. They are joined by a young medic, Najeeb (Mohammed Jalal), who provides medical aid to their wounded soldiers.
The plot escalates when the SWAT team receives intelligence on an ISIS convoy carrying a high-value target. The team embarks on a mission to intercept the convoy and capture the target, but they soon find themselves outnumbered and outgunned in a vicious battle. They are eventually aided by a small team of American soldiers who provide cover fire and aerial support.
The team continues its mission, facing various obstacles and challenges, ultimately leading to a showdown with ISIS in a heavily fortified building. The movie ends on a poignant note with the SWAT team's victory and the emotional reunion of Kawa with his family.
Overall, Mosul is a well-executed war drama that showcases the bravery and determination of the Nineveh SWAT team in their fight against ISIS. The movie is thrilling and suspenseful, with excellent performances by the cast and realistic action sequences. It provides a nuanced perspective on the ongoing conflict in Iraq and the plight of its people.
