Thirteen Lives

Absolutely phenomenal film that, with the help of an amazing Sound Production, really gives you a glimpse as to what it was like for the divers attempting to rescue the team and coach. You are put into their wetsuits and feel every bang of the head, hear every laboured breath, feel every tension that they go through. A simply excellent movie.

One of the best movies I've seen this year.. From start to finish it keep you glued to your seat..10/10

This story shows you how the human spirit can be inspiring if we all focus on what's actually important in life rather than focusing on money and power and greed and success like most humans believe.

If aliens visited earth and saw the effort that was put by all the volunteers from all over the world risking their lives and livelihoods to save a bunch of kids - they might actually spare the human race. But if they visited a board meeting at a big pharma company or the offices of a faceless hedge-fund on Wall Street then they will annihilate the human race (for good reason).

In terms of production, the movie is excellent. The story telling, production, realism, and acting all amazing.

PS: Poor Ron Howard got the measurements wrong - the boys were 2.5 miles (not 2500 meters) inside the cave.

This is an emotionally charged film that had me on the edge of my seat from start to finish. The tension and anxiety I felt while watching the rescue divers navigate the treacherous waters was intense. I couldn't help but feel the weight of their bravery.

Those men are true heroes, undertaking a 6+ hour dive in conditions that would terrify even the most seasoned adventurers. I'm in awe of their selflessness and skill, and I can only imagine the fear and uncertainty that gripped the hearts of the trapped boys and their families.

The film's realistic feel and masterful direction by Ron Howard make the story feel raw and real, and the true events that unfolded over 18 days are both haunting and inspiring. The fact that 12 boys and their coach were trapped in a six-mile-long cave system, with thousands of people working tirelessly to rescue them, is a testament to the power of human connection and community. This is a must see, a powerful tribute to everyone involved.

As a SCUBA divemaster and Los Angeles County ADP, Rescue diver I approve this movie.

This was a great movie, usually reenactment movies can be a little rough or cringy to watch but I was surprised at how good this movie was. The writing, acting, and realism were really good

Amazing story expertly retold by a phenomenal filmmaker in Ron Howard and his cast. Superb. 9.3

Definitely a worth while movie. It's well paced. Keeps you on the edge of your seat and anxious (even knowing the outcome). I think the cast has done quite well to showcase the difficult situation. I particularly liked Joel Edgerton's portrayal of Dr. Harry and the his thoughts in during what was a very tense time.

If you're on the fence, you should watch it!

I've watched a ton of TV and Films this year that have come out to much hype that I have found underwhelming to say the least, so it was nice that this film slipped out on Amazon Prime without much fanfare or build up to be one of the enjoyable 2022 releases I’ve seen.
Ron Howard mentioned on Mark Kermode’s podcast that Farrell and Mortensen asked for prep time to learn how to dive (hardly surprising considering Viggo is infamous for disappearing on his horse into the New Zealand wilderness during Lord of the Rings casting) and the film is all much stronger for it, Howard brings his eye for documentary making to the direction and you feel right up there with the divers throughout.


Colin being teamed up with Viggo appears to have brought out the best in Farrell; he delivers a low-key performance that his genuinely great to see. Viggo is excellent as always but he’s one to not accept a role unless he believes in it, so you always know he’ll bring his A-game.


If you have Prime Video this is a no-brainer to check out.

Honest, Tense, Gripping,

Thirteen Lives is not a gasp-inducing action adventure that you might assume it to be but is a faithful and honest adaptation of the biggest rescue operation in the history of Thailand. Ron Howard's direction is fantastic In extremely difficult conditions and settings he has made a tension-filled episode of the great operation. Viggo Mortensen and Collin Farrell as the British divers are exceptional. The production value, the actors involved and the reimagining of all circumstances along the operation is presented in a way close to reality with no theatrics and drama. I wished they could have added a bit more scenes with the boys and their conversations in the tough time. Even the background sound could have been much better to build the tension around it. Overall though, a thoughtful and gripping re-telling of what happened, and ALL of the people who helped to save them proving as a triumph of the human spirit.

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