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FIRES OF KUWAIT

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The IMAX film FIRES OF KUWAIT begins with a brief but effective recap of Saddam Hussein's assault on Kuwait and his setting fire to hundreds of Kuwait's oil wells. In the thundering IMAX presentation, FIRES OF KUWAIT is an overpowering, jaw-dropping visit to an earthly inferno and an inspiring tribute to the international teamwork which eventually conquered it. The film is easily one of the best IMAX films of all time.

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(B) Inspiring depiction of international teamwork and creativity to solve a major environmental crisis precipitated by Saddam Hussein.

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The IMAX film FIRES OF KUWAIT begins with a brief but effective recap of Saddam Hussein’s assault on Kuwait, the response of the U.S. and its allies in Operation Desert Storm, and the decisive rout of Iraqi forces. To retaliate, Saddam set fire to hundreds of Kuwait’s oil wells. The result was an environmental crisis of apocalyptic proportions as more than 700 well heads erupted with geysers of flame and massive smoke clouds over hundreds of square miles. Experts predicted that unless extinguished the inferno could rage for 100 years. In an extraordinary example of international teamwork, thousands of workers from several countries tackled the unprecedented task of quenching a petroleum holocaust; and, despite predictions that the fires could not be put out in less than five years, thousands of workers ended Saddam’s revenge in nine months. Their capabilities, cooperation and quiet heroism speak volumes about international harmony.

FIRES OF KUWAIT is an overpowering, jaw-dropping visit to an earthly inferno, and an inspiring tribute to the international teamwork which eventually conquered it. One of the best IMAX films of all time, it received and should have won, an Oscar nomination for Best Documentary in 1992. (It lost to the more politically correct diatribe, THE PANAMA DECEPTION).

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Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.

What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.

You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.

Movieguide® is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible.