3.25 stars (out of 4)  Quality-wise, I think it’s considerably better than a standard 3 rating, but it’s not the sort of film that I’d feel inclined to watch again, so it doesn’t quite make a 3.5.

Released 2012

• Based on the true story of the covert (and unconventional) operation to rescue six American embassy personnel during the Iranian hostage crisis in 1980.  “ARGO” was the title of the fictional movie production that was used as the cover, and now, it’s the name of the real Hollywood movie documenting that mission.
• Immersive and thrilling.  Was on the edge of my seat despite already having a general idea of the eventual outcome.
• Feel-good message of Canadian-American diplomatic cooperation.

Add:  I just watched this film and entirely agree with you! – Bini