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201172 minPG-13documentary

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

The Pirate Tapes

201172 minPG-13documentary

6.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A Somali-Canadian infiltrates a pirate cell in Somalia, using a hidden camera to document his first hijacking mission under the leadership of warlord Jama Donyal.

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A Somali-Canadian infiltrates a pirate cell in Somalia, using a hidden camera to document his first hijacking mission under the leadership of warlord Jama Donyal.

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Rock Baijnauthdirector

Rock Baijnauthwriter

Mohamed Asharehcast

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Mohamed Ashareh enters Somalia, seeking to join a pirate cell led by the warlord Jama Donyal. Armed with a hidden camera, he infiltrates the group and is soon assigned to his first hijacking mission. As the operation unfolds, Ashareh confronts the dangers of piracy, including a chaotic escape from law enforcement and the looming threat of execution. The film captures the stark realities of Somali piracy and the motivations driving those involved. Directed by Rock Baijnauth, The Pirate Tapes runs for 72 minutes.

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