description The Mauritanian Overview
The Mauritanian recounts the detention of Mohamedou Ould Slahi at the Guantanamo Bay detention camp from 2002 to 2016. The film is based on his memoir detailing his experiences within the U.S. military prison, with Tahar Rahim portraying Slahi. It was directed by Kevin Macdonald and adapted from the 2015 book *Guantánamo Diary*.
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info The Mauritanian Specifications
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Year | 2021 |
help The Mauritanian FAQ
Is The Mauritanian based on a true story?
Yes, the film is based on Mohamedou Ould Slahi's memoir 'Guantánamo Diary,' which details his 14-year detention at Guantanamo Bay from 2002 to 2016. Slahi was never formally charged with a crime during that time.
Who plays Mohamedou Ould Slahi in The Mauritanian?
Tahar Rahim portrays Mohamedou Ould Slahi. The cast also includes Jodie Foster as defense attorney Nancy Hollander and Shailene Woodley as her associate Teri Duncan, with Benedict Cumberbatch as military prosecutor Stuart Couch.
Did Jodie Foster win awards for The Mauritanian?
Jodie Foster won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Nancy Hollander. The film was directed by Kevin Macdonald and released in 2021.
Was Mohamedou Ould Slahi ever released from Guantanamo?
Yes, Slahi was released and returned to his native Mauritania in October 2016. He had been held for approximately 14 years without ever being formally charged or convicted of terrorism.
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