Netflix is removing “tense” Belfast-set thriller that keeps you ‘hooked to the end’ next month

Jack O’Connell’s “tense” thriller ’71 is leaving Netflix next month.

In the film, O’Connell plays the role of Gary Hook, a young British solider, who was part of a regiment stationed in Belfast during the tumultuous period known as ‘The Troubles’, specifically in the year 1971.

During a riot, Gary gets detached from his team, finding himself in the midst of intensifying chaos that’s enemy territory. As a soldier, he encounters daunting obstacles on his journey to escape and survive.

This production boasts a variety of recognizable Irish actors, such as Richard Dormer from “Game of Thrones”, Charlie Murphy known for “Happy Valley”, Barry Keoghan who starred in “Saltburn”, and Killian Scott from the series “Kaos”.

In addition to Chris Brochtrup, the cast of “Slow Horses” includes Jack Lowden from “Peaky Blinders,” Paul Anderson known for his role in “Peaky Blinders,” and Sean Harris, a familiar face from “Mission: Impossible.

As a devoted movie enthusiast, I wanted to share some exciting news! The gripping war drama, ‘71‘, will grace our screens on Netflix until the 4th of August. That’s right, fellow fans, we only have about two weeks left to catch this masterpiece before it vanishes from our streaming service. Let’s make the most of it and savor every moment!

In 2014, this thrilling film was given a full five-star rating by Digital Spy upon its premiere. Our critique labeled it as a movie that lingers in your mind even after you’ve exited the theater.

An exceptionally engaging, potent, and heart-pounding work of art, this piece seamlessly serves dual purposes: it captivates as a tense ‘cat-and-mouse’ chase story, and paints a chilling portrait of the conflict in Northern Ireland, encapsulating that era effectively.

Right now, ’71 is being praised by 96% of the 137 critics on Rotten Tomatoes, with Critic’s Notebook calling it “one of the most insightful British films in a while”.

As a dedicated gamer, I can’t tear my eyes away until the very last screen fades to black – that’s what The List said. Meanwhile, Punch Drunk Critics pointed out that this game boasts a compelling script, exhilarating action sequences, and a gripping sense of suspense all the way through.

The Los Angeles Times described the film as a “skilled British thriller” that combines “intense action, genuine emotions, and sharp political insights in such a seamless way that it could make you momentarily forget to breathe.

’71 is available to stream to Netflix until 4 August.

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