Six American diplomats were sheltered by Kenneth D. Taylor, Canada's ambassador to Iran, during the Iran hostage crisis of 1979-1980.
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Six American diplomats were sheltered by Kenneth D. Taylor, Canada's ambassador to Iran, during the Iran hostage crisis of 1979-1980.
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Synopsis
Kenneth D. Taylor, Canada’s ambassador to Iran in the 1970s, played a crucial role during the Iran hostage crisis of 1979-1980. He sheltered six American diplomats in Tehran, facilitating their escape in an operation known as the Canadian Caper. The film features interviews with Taylor and other key figures, including Joe Clark and Tony Mendez. It contrasts the real events with the dramatized version in the film Argo. Our Man in Tehran premiered at the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival and won five Canadian Screen Awards in 2015.
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Why Watch
- Meet Kenneth D. Taylor, the Canadian ambassador in Iran.
- See the dramatic escape of six American hostages.
- Find out about the Canadian Caper operation.
Did You Know
- The film won five Canadian Screen Awards in 2015.
- Kenneth D. Taylor was Canada's ambassador to Iran in the 1970s.
- The documentary was adapted from Robert Wright's 2010 book.
- It premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival in 2013.
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Who was the Canadian ambassador to Iran during the 1970s?
Kenneth D. Taylor was the Canadian ambassador to Iran during the 1970s.
When did 'Our Man in Tehran' premiere?
'Our Man in Tehran' premiered at the 2013 Toronto International Film Festival.
How many Canadian Screen Awards did 'Our Man in Tehran' win?
'Our Man in Tehran' won five Canadian Screen Awards at the 3rd Canadian Screen Awards in 2015.
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