The first U.S.-made film drama set during the Iraq war, THE SITUATION chronicles the tragic death of an Iraqi teenager at the hands of U.S. soldiers. The incident sets off an "investigation," a cover-up, and complications involving Iraqi mayor Sheikh Tahsin (Saïd Amadis), who has a complex relationship with the Americans.
Acting
Connie Nielsen's journalist navigating impossible loyalties.
Direction
Philip Haas shoots Iraq with sweaty, paranoid immediacy.
Writing
Wendell Steavenson's script from her own reporting — rare authenticity.
Director
Philip Haas
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Shot in Morocco because Iraq was too dangerous — the irony of filming an occupation drama while unable to enter the occupied country.
Released in 2007 when Hollywood was still making heroic Iraq films like 'The Hurt Locker' — this bombed because audiences wanted simpler narratives.
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