本剧改编自非虚构作品《末日巨塔——基地组织与“9·11”之路》。2001年9月11日，美国本土遭遇史上最严重的恐怖袭击。四架波音客机被劫，先后撞击世贸中心双塔和国防部五角大楼，从而导致3000多人丧生和数千亿美圆的经济损失。《纽约客》记者劳伦斯·赖特踏上了漫长的报道之路，一份历时5年、长达500多页的深度报道。关于CIA、FBI、基地组织之间的关系。
"The Looming Tower," a gripping 2018 miniseries produced by Legendary Television and Jigsaw Productions, delves into the harrowing events leading up to the September 11 attacks. Based on Lawrence Wright's Pulitzer Prize-winning book, the series meticulously unravels the bureaucratic and political tensions between the FBI and CIA that inadvertently facilitated the rise of Al-Qaeda. Set against the backdrop of the late 1990s and early 2000s, the narrative captures the intense rivalry and missed opportunities that allowed terrorist threats to escalate unchecked. The series stars Jeff Daniels as John O'Neill, the relentless FBI counter-terrorism chief, whose warnings about Osama bin Laden are repeatedly ignored. Alongside him, Peter Sarsgaard delivers a compelling performance as CIA agent Martin Schmidt, whose actions are driven by a mix of duty and personal ambition. The dynamic between these two characters, fraught with professional jealousy and ideological differences, forms the crux of the series, highlighting the human elements behind the systemic failures. Director Craig Ziskind masterfully weaves together archival footage with dramatized scenes, creating a seamless and immersive viewing experience. The authenticity of the settings, from the bustling streets of Nairobi to the tense corridors of Langley, adds a visceral layer to the storytelling. The series does not shy away from depicting the brutal realities of terrorism, yet it also offers a nuanced look at the personal toll on those tasked with preventing such atrocities. "The Looming Tower" stands out not only for its historical accuracy but also for its poignant exploration of the consequences of institutional rivalry. It serves as a stark reminder of the importance of collaboration and communication in the face of global threats. By humanizing the key players and shedding light on the intricate web of intelligence failures, the series offers a sobering yet essential narrative on one of the most pivotal moments in recent history.
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年份2018
集数10
季数1
集时长50
状态Ended
类型War & Politics剧情
制作国家United States of America
