Battle in Seattle

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Charlize Theron
as Ella

Woody Harrelson
as Dale

Ray Liotta
as Mayor Jim Tobin

Martin Henderson
as Jay

André Benjamin
as Django

Connie Nielsen
as Jean

Michelle Rodriguez
as Lou

Jennifer Carpenter
as Sam

Joshua Jackson
as Randall

Isaach De Bankolé
as Abassi

Tzi Ma
as Governor

Ivana Milicevic
as Carla

Rade Serbedzija
as Dr. Maric

Channing Tatum
as Johnson

Haskell Wexler
as Himself

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• Jan 31, 2011

  A retellling of events from seattle in 1999, when demonstrators, came down upon the world trade organisation and there standing on world trade. the peacefull protests took a turn for the worst, and brutal acts and rioting took place, this film with a little help of charactors in place creates events, it comes across well and certainly brings across what the whole stae was about, it doesent gel totally, thats but for most part a interesting watch
  scott g Super Reviewer
• Sep 13, 2009

  I was very impressed with Stuart Townsend's directing for this film. The film had a style and look similar to films like Syriana and 21 Grams. Great performances by this ensemble. It was shot and edited well. I definitely recommend this powerful film.
  Sol C Super Reviewer
• Jun 06, 2009

  I consider this movie more like documentary more than a real movie although it's based on true events. I thought this movie was intriguing but vague in certain ways. It has some very good actors in it though that make it interesting... Its November 1999, and five days are about to rock the world as tens of thousands of demonstrators take to the streets of Seattle in protest of the World Trade Organizations Ministerial Meeting. Among them are Django (Andre Benjamin), Sam (Jennifer Carpenter), Lou (Michelle Rodriguez) and Jay (Martin Henderson). Each has a unique story, but they're united in a common desire to be heard and to make a difference in the world. For these four protesters, this is very personal and the stakes are higher than mere politics. A peaceful demonstration to stop the WTO talks quickly escalates into a full-scale riot, and soon a State of Emergency is declared by the Mayor of Seattle. The streets are mayhem, and the WTO is paralyzed. Caught in the crossfire of civil liberties and keeping the peace are Seattle residents, including its beleaguered mayor (Ray Liotta), a riot cop on the streets (Woody Harrelson) and his pregnant wife (Charlize Theron). The choices they all make will change their lives forever. Writer/Director Stuart Townsend brings together this talented ensemble to intertwine different points of view from protesters and police to delegates and doctors -- each of whom intentionally or accidentally find themselves on the streets of Seattle in those last days of the millennium. Townsend seamlessly merges footage of the real event with his fictional narrative. Ultimately, Battle in Seattle illustrates that even against incredible odds, ordinary people can change the world.
  Manu G Super Reviewer
• Apr 28, 2009

  Although the event was an important lesson for future manifestations across the globe, director Stuart Townsend fails to illustrate what his purpose in making the film is. However, as viewers, we understand that the demonstrators are fighting for the population whereas the political leaders are only interested in money. Another important aspect in the film is that it depicts the WTO issues which are widely criticized, but not everyone is aware of its consequences. Overall, two things. 1)Townsend should have made a documentary because there is much more to this WTO subject. 2) This film is a big smack in the face with this modern economic crisis!
  Linda K Super Reviewer

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