Three years of diplomatic negotiations between the United States and Iran during the hostage crisis are examined through the experiences of Swiss diplomats.
Synopsis
Three years of diplomatic negotiations between the United States and Iran during the hostage crisis are examined through the experiences of Swiss diplomats.
Synopsis
Pascal Décosterd, a young Swiss diplomat, arrived in Tehran in 1979 amid the American hostage crisis. Over 444 days, he and Flavio Meroni, the second-in-command at the Swiss Embassy, played crucial roles in negotiations to secure the release of hostages. "Ambassade" revisits key locations in the United States, Iran, and Switzerland, detailing the events from 1979 to 1981 that reshaped diplomatic relations. The film intertwines personal narratives with significant historical moments, illustrating the human element in international diplomacy.
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Why Watch
- Meet Pascal Décosterd, a Swiss diplomat in Tehran.
- Follow Flavio Meroni's insights on hostage negotiations.
- See how Switzerland acted as an intermediary in a crisis.
Did You Know
- The American hostage crisis in Iran lasted from 1979 to 1981.
- Pascal Décosterd was sent to Tehran in 1979 as a young Swiss diplomat.
- Flavio Meroni is currently writing a book on the negotiations to free the hostages.
- The documentary features locations in the United States, Iran, and Switzerland.
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What years did the American hostage crisis in Iran take place?
The American hostage crisis in Iran occurred from 1979 to 1981.
Who was the young Swiss diplomat sent to Tehran in 1979?
Pascal Décosterd was the young Swiss diplomat sent to Tehran in 1979.
What is the duration of the documentary Ambassade?
Ambassade has a duration of 72 minutes.
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