Thirteen Days Review
Thirteen Days
“Thirteen Days” is a thriller movie that reveals how close we came to World War III back in October 1962, after President John F. Kennedy discovered the Soviet Union had installed nuclear missiles inside Cuba that could kill over 80 million Americans. “Thirteen Days” is told from the point of view of presidential assistant Kenny O'Donnell. Through his eyes, we gain knowledge about President Kennedy's inner most circle during the whole crisis. President John F. Kennedy and his advisors had to come up with a plan of action against the Soviets. In addition, Kennedy is determined to show that he is strong enough to stand up to the threat, and the Pentagon advises United States military strikes against Cuba which could lead the way to another massive war. However, Kennedy is not eager to follow through because a United States invasion could cause the Soviets to retaliate in Europe. Throughout the movie, it seemed like war was unavoidable, but through John F. Kennedy’s decisions, it saved the lives of millions.
“Thirteen Days” reflected on our historical past because the Cold War was brought up because of these events. The Cold War name was given to the relationship that rose between the United States and USSR. In addition, The Cold War began after WWII. Although the term “war” was in the labeled name, nobody engaged in violence. Neither sides fought one another until the Korean war. However, they did discussed and argued what they believed in. The Allies and Soviets had distrust in both sides. During that time, rumors were made that the Soviets had access to weapons of mass destruction which later found out to be true. Armies were set up on both sides, but neither army had launched an attack. Consequently, the fear of communism speaking was common in the United States. They Cold War put the Soviets and Allies in alert and edge. The Iron Curtain was a result because of the Soviets and the United States. The Iron Curtain had descended across
“Thirteen Days” is a thriller movie that reveals how close we came to World War III back in October 1962, after President John F. Kennedy discovered the Soviet Union had installed nuclear missiles inside Cuba that could kill over 80 million Americans. “Thirteen Days” is told from the point of view of presidential assistant Kenny O'Donnell. Through his eyes, we gain knowledge about President Kennedy's inner most circle during the whole crisis. President John F. Kennedy and his advisors had to come up with a plan of action against the Soviets. In addition, Kennedy is determined to show that he is strong enough to stand up to the threat, and the Pentagon advises United States military strikes against Cuba which could lead the way to another massive war. However, Kennedy is not eager to follow through because a United States invasion could cause the Soviets to retaliate in Europe. Throughout the movie, it seemed like war was unavoidable, but through John F. Kennedy’s decisions, it saved the lives of millions.
“Thirteen Days” reflected on our historical past because the Cold War was brought up because of these events. The Cold War name was given to the relationship that rose between the United States and USSR. In addition, The Cold War began after WWII. Although the term “war” was in the labeled name, nobody engaged in violence. Neither sides fought one another until the Korean war. However, they did discussed and argued what they believed in. The Allies and Soviets had distrust in both sides. During that time, rumors were made that the Soviets had access to weapons of mass destruction which later found out to be true. Armies were set up on both sides, but neither army had launched an attack. Consequently, the fear of communism speaking was common in the United States. They Cold War put the Soviets and Allies in alert and edge. The Iron Curtain was a result because of the Soviets and the United States. The Iron Curtain had descended across