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Last Hijack (2014): Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Last Hijack is a 2014 animated documentary directed by Femke Wolting and Tommy Pallotta. It runs 1 hour 23 minutes and earned $2,113 worldwide. Critics gave it 94% on Rotten Tomatoes and 61 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10.

IMDb rating
6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes
94%
worldwide gross
$2.1K
Metascore
61
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Last Hijack (2014) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 23m (83 min)
Original language
Somali
Studio
FilmBuff
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Last Hijack About?

The premise of Last Hijack without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Set against the backdrop of Somalia’s lawless waters, this film follows Mohamed, a Somali pirate, in a gripping story of survival. Combining animation and documentary styles, it offers a unique and intimate look at his life, humanizing a brutal existence. Animated sequences reveal Mohamed's inner thoughts and experiences, while raw footage portrays his daily reality, creating a poignant and thought-provoking narrative that challenges conventional perspectives on piracy.

Last Hijack Themes & Keywords

· 4 tags
  • somalia
  • hijack
  • piracy
  • f rated
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Crew

The Director of Last Hijack

Directed by Femke Wolting and Tommy Pallotta.

From the directors

More from Femke Wolting and Tommy Pallotta

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Ratings

Last Hijack Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Last Hijack 94% on Rotten Tomatoes and 61 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10.

Plot

Last Hijack Plot Summary

What happens in Last Hijack from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

LAST HIJACK presents a gripping true story of survival, unfolding in the perilous landscape of Somalia, all told from the perspective of pirates. This film masterfully combines animation and documentary storytelling to delve into the life of Mohamed, a Somali pirate, and how he found himself immersed in such a harsh and treacherous existence. Through animated re-enactments, viewers gain a glimpse into Mohamed’s memories, dreams, and fears, expertly interwoven with raw footage depicting his daily life, creating a truly original non-fiction narrative.

Full summary

The whole story of Last Hijack, scene by scene

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Box office

Last Hijack Box Office

Last Hijack grossed $2,113 worldwide.

2014 box office

Worldwide gross

$2.1K

International
$2.1K
Videos

Last Hijack Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Last Hijack.

SXSW (2014) - Last Hijack Trailer - Documentary HD
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Last Hijack?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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FAQ

Last Hijack FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Last Hijack, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Last Hijack?

Last Hijack runs 1 hour 23 minutes (83 minutes).

When was Last Hijack released?

Last Hijack was released on October 3, 2014.

Who directed Last Hijack?

Last Hijack was directed by Femke Wolting and Tommy Pallotta.

More films by Femke Wolting

How much did Last Hijack make at the box office?

Last Hijack grossed $2,113 worldwide.

How is Last Hijack rated?

Last Hijack has 6.2/10 on IMDb, 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, 61 on Metacritic and 55% on TMDB.

Does Last Hijack have a post-credit scene?

No. Last Hijack has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Last Hijack in?

The original language of Last Hijack is Somali.

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