Salvador
In 1980, an American journalist covering the Salvadoran Civil War becomes entangled with both the leftist guerrilla groups and the right-wing military dictatorship while trying to rescue his girlfriend and her children.
Release Year
1986
Runtime
123 min
Audience Score
7.1
Genres
Drama, Thriller, War
Story Snapshot
In 1980, an American journalist covering the Salvadoran Civil War becomes entangled with both the leftist guerrilla groups and the right-wing military dictatorship while trying to rescue his girlfriend and her children.
Why This Page Helps
Salvador is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Salvador is best for viewers who want drama, thriller, war without having to browse blindly.
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How complex is Salvador?
Salvador lands at medium complexity, so it works both as a direct pick and as a springboard into deeper recommendation pages.
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