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Cast & Crew

Gavin Hood
As Lieutenant Colonel Ed Walsh
Gavin Hood
Director
Helen Mirren
As Colonel Katherine Powell
Iain Glen
As James Willett
Alan Rickman
As Lieutenant General Frank Benson
Michael O'Keefe
As Ken Stanitzke
Aaron Paul
As Steve Watts
Jeremy Northam
As Brian Woodale

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What is Eye in the Sky about? Toggle content

Eye in the Sky is a thought-provoking and suspenseful drama that explores the moral, political, and personal implications of modern warfare. The film follows Colonel Katherine Powell, a British Army officer, who is in charge of a top-secret operation to capture three high-ranking members of the Al-Shabaab terrorist group in Nairobi, Kenya. However, when intelligence reveals that the terrorists are planning a suicide bombing, the mission's objective changes from "capture" to "kill." As the operation escalates, a young girl enters the kill zone, creating an international dispute over the ethical and legal implications of using drones to eliminate terrorists. The film raises important questions about the proportionality of force used in modern warfare and the accountability of those in power for civilian casualties. With an impressive ensemble cast featuring Helen Mirren, Aaron Paul, and Alan Rickman in his final role, Eye in the Sky offers a tense and gripping portrayal of real-time decision-making at its most critical level. The film's use of advanced technology and surveillance methods adds to its authenticity and relevance in today's digital age. Ultimately, Eye in the Sky challenges viewers to confront their own beliefs on national security versus individual rights.

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You can stream Eye in the Sky on: NOW⎥Cinema Amazon Store Rakuten TV Sky Store

What movies are similar to Eye in the Sky? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Eye in the Sky include The Imitation Game, The Wall, Man Down, Vengeful 7, Sniper: Reloaded, Son of Saul.

When was Eye in the Sky released in theaters? Toggle content

Eye in the Sky was released in theaters on April 15, 2016.