Argo (2012)

Drama Thriller Directed by Ben Affleck
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As the Iranian revolution reaches a boiling point, a CIA 'exfiltration' specialist concocts a risky plan to free six Americans who have found shelter at the home of the Canadian ambassador.

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Influenced By

  1. All the President's Men (1976)
    "Affleck used this political thriller as a model for *Argo*, particularly in capturing the atmosphere of Washington, D.C., during the late 1970s." 5 Films To Watch Before Seeing ‘Argo’ The Film Stage The Film Stage - Your Spotlight On Cinema
  2. Z (1969)
    "The political themes and storytelling techniques of Costa-Gavras's *Z* influenced *Argo*. Affleck listed Costa-Gavras's films as influences for his film." Costa-Gavras Wikipedia
  3. The Killing of a Chinese Bookie (1976)
    "John Cassavetes's film inspired *Argo*'s portrayal of the seedy side of Los Angeles. Affleck appreciated its raw yet choreographed feel." Film School Rejects source
  4. Network (1976)
    "*Argo* includes a dialogue reference to *Network*, highlighting its influence on the film's themes and narrative style." Art imitates life in Affleck’s new CIA thriller ‘Argo’ - WTOP News Jason Fraley WTOP News
  5. The Battle of Algiers (1966)
    "This film's realistic portrayal of political turmoil influenced *Argo*'s depiction of the Iranian Revolution. Affleck cited *The Battle of Algiers* as a key influence on his film." The Battle of Algiers Wikipedia
  6. Munich (2005)
    "Also directed by Spielberg, "Munich" depicts the aftermath of the 1972 Munich Olympics massacre, where Israeli agents undertake a covert mission to eliminate those responsible. The film's exploration of clandestine operations and moral dilemmas aligns with themes in "Argo."" Thereviewgeek source
  7. The Hurt Locker (2008)
    "Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, this film centers on an elite bomb disposal team during the Iraq War. Its intense portrayal of military operations and the psychological toll on soldiers resonates with the suspenseful atmosphere of "Argo."" Thereviewgeek source

Influenced

  1. Zero Dark Thirty (2012)
    "Directed by Kathryn Bigelow, this film chronicles the decade-long hunt for Osama bin Laden, focusing on the intelligence and military operations leading to his capture. Like "Argo," it delves into covert operations and the complexities of international espionage." Thereviewgeek source
  2. Captain Phillips (2013)
    "This thriller, directed by Paul Greengrass, portrays the true story of the Maersk Alabama hijacking by Somali pirates. It shares "Argo's" tension-filled narrative and real-life basis, highlighting the challenges faced during high-stakes rescue missions." Thereviewgeek source
  3. Bridge of Spies (2015)
    "Directed by Steven Spielberg, the film follows a lawyer negotiating the exchange of spies between the U.S. and the Soviet Union during the Cold War. Its focus on diplomatic negotiations and espionage mirrors the political intrigue found in "Argo."" These 5 Thriller Movies Like Argo Will Have You At The Edge Of Your Seat BUZZPLUS

Argo (2012), directed by Ben Affleck, was inspired by 7 earlier films — including All the President's Men, Z, and The Killing of a Chinese Bookie — and has been cited as an influence on 3 later works, such as Zero Dark Thirty, Captain Phillips, and Bridge of Spies. Check out the citations below.