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Deep Dive: Last Hijack (2014)

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Last Hijack
In 'Last Hijack', the documentary presents the lives of two Somali pirates within their coastal community. It examines the motivations for piracy in Somalia, a country facing political chaos, war, and extreme poverty. The film contrasts the current experiences of the pirates with an animated retelling of a recent hijacking, providing context to their upbringing and the factors that led them to crime. Through these narratives, viewers gain insight into the pirates' daily lives and the socio-economic conditions that drive them to piracy. The film is directed by Tommy Pallotta and runs for 83 minutes, featuring both English and Somali languages. It is produced in collaboration with countries including Belgium, Germany, Ireland, and the Netherlands.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Somali pirates and understand their motivations.
  • •See an animated retelling of a hijacking incident.
  • •Find out about life in war-torn Somalia.

Did You Know

•The film was directed by Tommy Pallotta in 2014.
•It has a total runtime of 83 minutes.
•The documentary features two Somali pirates as central figures.
•Production involved four countries: Belgium, Germany, Ireland, and the Netherlands.

Perfect For

Documentary enthusiastsPiracy studiesSomalia's socio-economics