Beirut (2018)
Beirut (2018) is a political thriller set in the 1980s during Lebanon’s Civil War. The story follows Mason Skiles (Jon Hamm), a former U.S. diplomat, who is drawn back into the dangerous world of espionage and negotiations after the kidnapping of his close friend. When the U.S. government seeks his help to free a captive CIA agent, Skiles must confront his past while navigating a web of lies, betrayal, and political intrigue. The film explores themes of power, loss, and redemption against the backdrop of a volatile Middle East. With strong performances and tension-filled moments, Beirut captures the complexity of international diplomacy.
