Spectacular Movie

Rating: 10/10 (16 January 2016)

"13 Hours" far exceeded my expectations. Michael Bay is a fabulous filmmaker, and this one now leads the list. The structure of the film was very well done, with titles on screen periodically, explaining where the action was at that time. The actors were very good, in what is a very strenuous action movie. I was especially impressed with John Krasinski of "The Office" fame. This part was unlike anything he has ever done, and he handled it so well.
The script was very well done, with a lot of interplay among the 6 soldiers. There was good character development, including involvement with the families back home.
Cinematography was amazing, especially during the battle scenes, and the accompanying soundtrack was perfect, not too overpowering.
Our entire audience was totally absorbed in the movie, and the intensity was exhausting. A very emotional movie.
Even though Obama and Hillary are never mentioned, they are ever- present in one seeing the total lack of support and help provided during the chaos.
I have already read several articles, where critics have said that certain things in the movie never happened, including the stand down order. However, since the book was written in conjunction with the 4 surviving soldiers input, I choose to believe their version over politicians and pundits who weren't there.
This is a must see. It is one of those rare movies that I want to see a second time.