Plot — What is Leaving Afghanistan about?
1988-1989. The end of the Soviet-Afghan war. The USSR begins its withdrawal from Afghanistan. Soviet General Vasiliev's son - a pilot named Alexander gets kidnapped by the mujahideen after his airplane crashes. As a result the 108th motorized infantry division's long awaited return home gets put on hold for one last mission: bring the General's son back. Based on true events the previously untold story of the courageous and tragic withdrawal campaign (through the Salang pass) reveals the danger the horror and the complexity of human nature during wartime.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2019 |
| Genre | Drama, Action, War |
| Language | RU |
| Runtime | 112 min |
| Audience Score | 66% (6.6/10, 96 votes) |
Leaving Afghanistan — FAQ
Is Leaving Afghanistan worth watching? Leaving Afghanistan holds a 6.6/10 rating from 96 viewers. 1988-1989. The end of the Soviet-Afghan war. The USSR begins its withdrawal from Afghanistan. Soviet General Vasiliev's son - a pilot named Alexander gets kidnapped by the mujahideen after his airplane crashes. As a resu
Who directed Leaving Afghanistan? Directed by Pavel Lungin.
Who is in the cast of Leaving Afghanistan? It stars Kirill Pirogov, Yan Tsapnik, Vitaly Kishchenko, Fyodor Lavrov, Oleg Vasilkov, Anton Momot and more.
Where can I stream Leaving Afghanistan? You can stream Leaving Afghanistan on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability may vary by region.
When did Leaving Afghanistan release? It released in 2019.
