About Dirty War

The movie 'Dirty War' is a thrilling drama detecting the dangerous challenges faced by London's emergency services during a nuclear terrorist attack. It was released on January 24, 2005. The plot of 'Dirty War' revolves around the struggle of the British police and fire departments in their attempt to respond to a nuclear bomb attack. The movie brings to light the horrifying consequences of a radiological, so-called "dirty" bomb, that's detonated in the heart of London.

Making / Production

'Dirty War' is a joint production of HBO Films and BBC Films, directed by Daniel Percival and written by Lizzie Mickery and Daniel Percival. The production team worked with the consultant advice of experts from the British Defense and Security sectors to ensure the accuracy of the storyline and its execution.

Actors

• Koel Purie as 'Sameena Habibullah'; Presented an impressive portrayal of a police woman who faced tough challenges in the wake of a terrorist attack.
• Martin Savage as 'DI John Ives'; Played his role as a committed detective inspector, with dedication.
• Louise Delamere as 'Liz'; Showed an exceptional depiction of the life of an ordinary woman caught in the chaos.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie was released simultaneously on BBC One in the United Kingdom and HBO in the United States.
• 'Dirty War' was filmed on location in East London, which added additional authenticity to the narrative.

Quotes

• "Hope for the best, but prepare for the worst."
• "You can't scare people into vigilance, it has to be done calmly and rationally."

Music, Soundtrack

• The original score for 'Dirty War' was composed by Adrian Johnston, who crafted suspenseful tunes that worked to heighten the drama and tension throughout the film.
• A number of established songs were also used in the movie, reflecting the diverse backgrounds and cultures represented in London.