Our Man in Tehran

Canada · 2013
1h 25m
Director Larry Weinstein, Drew Taylor
Starring Ken Taylor
Genre Documentary

Based on Robert Wright's book, this documentary chronicles the true story behind Argo's Hollywood embellishments of the Iranian hostage situation. It tells the story of Ken Taylor, Canada's former ambassador to Iran, during the 1979 operation "the Canadian Caper." The film gives new context to Taylor's role in sheltering six American diplomats in Iran.

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Slant Magazine by Clayton Dillard

Never is there an Iranian perspective on the proceedings, giving the documentary the jingoistic bent its title implies.

The Hollywood Reporter by John DeFore

This polished, comprehensive-feeling film makes clear how much of the work was done by our neighbors to the north.

The A.V. Club by Kyle Ryan

The story can’t help but work — even when its directors are beating viewers over the head with the message.

The New York Times by Neil Genzlinger

There’s nothing like hearing a harrowing tale from the people who lived it.

Village Voice by Simon Abrams

Informative but tedious talking-head doc Our Man in Tehran is for anyone who watched Argo and then wished to hear a ditzy, history-obsessed uncle ramble about the real-life political stakes of the 1979 Iranian hostage crisis.