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vs 'The Missiles of October'


In "Thirteen Days" the stress is on JFK's relationship with a Joint Chiefs of Staff bent on circumventing the chain of command. I felt "The Missiles of October" concentrated more on the Soviets and their underlying intentions.

Both, I feel, give a reasonably factual depiction of what actually transpired. It could be said though - since it was made at a time when US/Russian relations were more problematic - that "The Missiles of October" had a small slice of propaganda within it. Still, IMHO, it was the superior depiction.

"What's wrong with a little good, clean violence?"

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The Missiles of October blows 13 Days out of the water!

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Both are very good. I can't find much fault in either. Except Costner's unnecessary attempt at a Boston accent. Greenwood and Devane both deliver outstanding performances as JFK.

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